Gluten Free Mexican Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• Tortillas, gluten-free (12 tortillas)
• Ground beef (1 pound)
• Ground pork (1/2 pound)
• Onion, chopped (1 medium)
• Green bell pepper, chopped (1 medium)
• Red bell pepper, chopped (1 medium)
• Chili powder (2 tablespoons)
• Cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Oregano (1 teaspoon)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Salsa (2 cups)
• Black beans, rinsed and drained (1 can, 15 ounces)
• Corn, drained (1 can, 15 ounces)
• Cream cheese, softened (8 ounces)
• Sour cream (1 cup)
• Cotija cheese, shredded (1 cup)
• Mexican cheese blend, shredded (2 cups)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and pork over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
5. Add the salsa, black beans, and corn to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
6. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and 1/2 cup of the shredded Cotija cheese.
7. Spread 1 cup of the sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with 4 tortillas.
8. Spread with half of the cream cheese mixture, then half of the remaining sauce. Repeat with another layer of tortillas, cream cheese mixture, and sauce.
9. Sprinkle with the Mexican cheese blend and the remaining Cotija cheese.
10. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 520 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Gluten-free and suitable for American taste
• Layered with traditional Mexican flavors
• Perfect for a crowd

User Comments:

• "This lasagna was absolutely delicious! I love that it's gluten-free and still so flavorful."
• "The combination of flavors is amazing. I especially loved the cream cheese layer."
• "I made this for my family and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that all ingredients are gluten-free if necessary.
• Use lean ground beef and pork to reduce fat content.
• Top with your favorite toppings such as avocado, cilantro, or jalapeños.
• Let the lasagna cool slightly before slicing to prevent it from falling apart.