Taco Lasagna

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef: 1 pound
• Onion (chopped): 1 medium
• Bell pepper (chopped): 1 medium
• Taco seasoning: 1 packet
• Salsa: 1 cup
• Lasagna noodles: 12 ounces
• Ricotta cheese: 15 ounces
• Shredded cheddar cheese: 8 ounces
• Shredded Monterey Jack cheese: 8 ounces
• Sour cream: for topping
• Guacamole: for topping

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Remove the excess fat.
3. Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened.
5. Cook lasagna noodles according to package directions.
6. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef mixture, ricotta cheese, and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
7. Spread a thin layer of the ground beef mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Top with half of the lasagna noodles.
9. Spread the remaining ground beef mixture over the noodles.
10. Top with the remaining lasagna noodles.
11. In a small bowl, combine the remaining cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Sprinkle over the lasagna.
12. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 30 grams
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams
• Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
• Sodium: 1000 milligrams

Dish Characteristics:

• Cheesy and flavorful
• Layers of ground beef, lasagna noodles, and cheeses
• Topped with sour cream and guacamole for extra flavor

User Comments:

• "This is the best lasagna I've ever had!"
• "The flavors are incredible, and it's so easy to make."
• "My family loves this dish, and it's perfect for a crowd."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use lean ground beef to reduce the fat content.
• If desired, you can use your favorite taco seasoning blend.
• For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or tofu.