Easy Taco Beef Lasagna (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 700–900 g ground beef, 85/15 lean-to-fat ratio
02 - 1 packet (28 g) taco seasoning
03 - 1 can (425 g) beans, drained (black beans, pinto, or refried beans)
04 - 8–10 flour tortillas
05 - 350 g shredded Mexican cheese blend

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, using a spatula to break it into small crumbles. Sprinkle over the taco seasoning and stir until beef is evenly coated. Continue cooking until no pink remains, then remove from heat.
02 - Lightly grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish. Arrange flour tortillas in a single, even layer on the bottom, tearing as needed to cover the base completely.
03 - Distribute half of the seasoned ground beef evenly over the tortilla layer. Spread half of the drained beans over the beef. Sprinkle with one third of the shredded cheese.
04 - Place a second layer of flour tortillas on top. Repeat with the remaining beef, beans, and another third of the cheese.
05 - Cover with a final layer of tortillas, then evenly sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
06 - Transfer to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven and let rest briefly before slicing.
07 - Portion and serve hot with toppings of choice such as sour cream, salsa, avocado, shredded lettuce, or diced onions.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - For best results, allow the assembled dish to rest for several minutes after baking to ensure clean, stable slices.
02 - Tortillas may be torn to create even layers and prevent gaps.
03 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze individual portions tightly wrapped.