Follow these steps for perfect results
ground spicy turkey or ground beef
tomatoe sauce
salsa
of choice
taco seasoning
water
minced garlic
onion flakes
chopped olives
of choice
sour cream
green onion stalks
garlic salt
jalapeno
cilantro
no boil lasagna noodles
oaxaca cheese
mixed cheddar & jack cheese
refried or boiled pinto beans
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook ground meat (turkey or beef) with minced garlic, garlic salt, and onion flakes in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
Drain any excess fat.
Add tomato sauce, salsa, taco seasoning, water, chopped olives, and refried or boiled pinto beans to the cooked meat.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and then turn off the heat.
Spoon a small amount of the sauce onto the bottom of a casserole dish.
Layer with no-boil lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and a mixture of cheddar & jack cheese.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of oaxaca cheese and olives on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
While the lasagna is baking, prepare the cilantro dressing by blending cilantro, sour cream, jalapeno and green onion stalks together until creamy and smooth.
Let the lasagna cool slightly before serving. Top with cilantro dressing and green onion stalk.
Expert advice for the best results
For a spicier dish, add more jalapeno or use a spicier salsa.
Use a pre-shredded cheese blend to save time.
To prevent the noodles from sticking, make sure there's enough sauce in each layer.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve in squares, topped with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Serve with a side salad and Mexican rice.
Pairs well with the spicy flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion cuisine, blending Mexican flavors with Italian-American lasagna.
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