Smothered Mexican Lasagna Recipe

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Smothered Mexican Lasagna creates great-tasting and easy preparations that taste like hard work through deceptive simplicity and impressive final appearance and flavor development. This clever recipe produces sophisticated results through accessible techniques while maintaining restaurant-quality presentations and taste experiences. The smothered approach ensures rich, satisfying flavors.

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Great tasting and easy Mexican lasagna. Tastes like it was hard work.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds ground turkey

  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped

  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, undrained

  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese

  • 2 eggs

  • 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas

  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

  • ¼ cup salsa

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Place ground turkey in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Stir in green onions, taco seasoning mix, water, diced tomatoes with juice, and green chiles with juice. Reduce heat to medium.

  2. In a medium bowl, mix together ricotta and eggs. Place 2 tortillas in the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan. Spread 1/4 of the ricotta mixture on tortillas. Spoon 1/4 of the meat mixture over the cheese. Repeat layers until all is used up.

  3. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly. In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and salsa. Serve in a bowl on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

716 Calories
32g Fat
64g Carbs
41g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 716
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g41%
Saturated Fat 13g67%
Cholesterol 190mg63%
Sodium 1660mg72%
Total Carbohydrate 64g23%
Dietary Fiber 5g17%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 41g81%
Vitamin C 25mg28%
Calcium 435mg33%
Iron 7mg41%
Potassium 829mg18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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