Taco Lasagna

Taco Lasagna

When we say fusion - we mean it! This combination of family favorites (tacos + lasagna) will have everyone asking for more! All you’ll need is a casserole dish and a big appetite!

Ingredients

• 12 oven ready lasagna noodles
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (1-oz.) package Old El Paso taco seasoning
• 1 egg
• 1 (15-oz.) carton ricotta cheese
• 4 cups (1 lb.) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (24-oz.) jar chunky salsa

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, brown beef until no longer pink. Drain meat and add the taco seasoning. Stir until combined and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, add the egg and ricotta and stir until combined.
4. In a 9×13 Carolina Cooker baking dish, start by layering 4 lasagna noodles on the bottom of the pan. Next, layer ⅓ of the ricotta, ⅓ of the beef mixture, ⅓ of the salsa, and ⅓ of the cheese. Repeat the layers 2 more times.
5. Bake covered for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole has heated through and is bubbly. Let casserole stand 10 minutes before cutting. Top with sour cream, sliced green onions, and diced tomatoes if desired.