Beef Taco Lasagna Recipe

By á-17891

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 35 min. + standing MAKES: 16 servings

Ingredients

• 24 lasagna noodles
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 envelopes taco seasoning
• 4 egg whites
• 2 cartons (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese
• 8 cups (2 pounds) shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 jars (24 ounces each) chunky salsa

Details

Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.

Cook noodles according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning.

In a small bowl, combine egg whites and ricotta cheese.

Drain noodles.

In each of two 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes, layer four noodles, 3/4 cup ricotta mixture, half of the beef mixture and 1-1/3 cups cheddar cheese. Top each with four noodles, 3/4 cup ricotta mixture, 1-1/2 cups salsa and 1-1/3 cups cheese. Repeat.

Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Yield: 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 8 hours. Bake as directed.