- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Taco Meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain any excess grease. Add taco seasoning and water, simmering until the mixture thickens. Set aside.
- Make Creamy Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Lasagna Layers:
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, assemble the lasagna layers:
- Spread a thin layer of the creamy sauce at the bottom.
- Place a layer of cooked lasagna noodles.
- Spread half of the refried beans over the noodles.
- Add half of the taco meat on top.
- Spoon salsa, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and red onion evenly over the taco meat.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Mexican blend cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, finishing with a final layer of cheese.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, assemble the lasagna layers:
- Bake to Perfection:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the Mexican Taco Lasagna from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice the lasagna into portions and serve warm, allowing everyone to relish the flavorful layers.
- Share the Fiesta:
- Share this delicious fusion dish with friends or family, and let them indulge in the Mexican Taco Lasagna fiesta.
- Celebrate the Fusion Feast:
- Revel in the joy of creating a dish that combines the best of tacos and lasagna. Your Mexican Taco Lasagna is a celebration of bold flavors, textures, and a fusion feast!
Let the enticing aroma and flavors of this Mexican Taco Lasagna motivate you to create a memorable dining experience filled with Tex-Mex delight!