RICK'S RECIPES: Mexican Taco Lasagna

 

Mexican Taco Lasagna

 

INGREDIENTS

• 12-13 soft flour 6-inch tortillas
• 2 lbs. ground beef
• 2 packets taco seasoning
• 2 c diced tomatoes
• 1 c diced red onions
• 1/2 c diced green onions diced
• 1/4 c chopped Jalapeño optional
• Kosher salt to taste
• 2 c heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 stick butter
• 3 c of taco cheese or Mexican style cheese shredded
• 1.5 tsp Cajun seasoning
• sour cream garnish
• diced green onions garnish

 

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a small bowl, combine red onions, green onions, Jalapeño pepper, tomatoes, salt to taste. Set aside.
• In a large skillet, brown meat and drain grease. Add taco seasoning and stir.
• In a medium pot, bring heavy cream and butter to a boil, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat and add 2 cups of cheese. Add Cajun seasoning and keep warm.
• In 9 x 13 casserole, layer 4 tortillas (cut so they fit in bottom of casserole), ground beef, cheese, and tomato mixture. Repeating until you have 3 layers finishing with the cheese sauce on top.
• Add last cup of cheese on top of entire casserole.
• Place in 400 degree oven covered for 20 minutes then remove and let cool. Garnish each serving with sour cream and green onions.
• Say Grace and enjoy!