Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef: 500g
- Lasagna noodles: 12 pieces
- Refried beans: 1 can (425g)
- Taco seasoning: 1 packet
- Tomato sauce: 2 cups
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 3 cups
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese: 2 cups
- Sour cream: 1 cup
- Chopped cilantro: 1/4 cup
- Chopped onion: 1/4 cup
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook according to the package directions.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with half of the ground beef mixture.
- Layer with 6 lasagna noodles.
- Spread with half of the tomato sauce.
- Sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese.
- Repeat layers.
- Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- Top with sour cream, cilantro, and onion.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 550 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Layers of tender noodles, flavorful ground beef, tangy tomato sauce, and melted cheese
- Topped with creamy sour cream, fresh cilantro, and crunchy onion
User Comments:
- "This lasagna was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I'm not usually a fan of lasagna, but this recipe was a game-changer."
- "This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's easy to make and everyone loves it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a low-fat ground beef to reduce the amount of saturated fat in the dish.
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked ground beef.
- If you don't have taco seasoning, you can use a combination of chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
- Let the lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
