I think the hardest part of being a mom and the main cook in the house is figuring out what to fix for meals. My kids are now old enough that they fix their own breakfasts and lunches. My husband makes a big breakfast and rarely eats lunch. So I am finally down to fixing just dinner meals, but even then, I run out of ideas. But scrolling through the internet, I found this recipe and I loved it! I made a few adjustments for our family, and it’s become a family favorite!

Taco Lasagna

1 lb Ground Beef, browned, crumbled, and drained if necessary

Taco seasoning of your choice, or just salt and pepper is good too.

1 – 15 oz can Black Beans, drained and rinsed

1 – 15 oz can Refried Beans

9 Flour Tortillas

3 cups grated Cheese

Salsa

Add taco seasoning (as per instructions on package) and black beans to the ground beef and simmer for 5-10 minutes so all the flavors can combine and some of the liquid cooks out.

Cut 3 tortillas in half. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish. Place 2 whole tortillas in the bottom side by side, and then use 2 halves to fill in the sides on the long edge of the dish (I don’t worry about the corners). Spread 1/2 of the refried beans on top of the tortillas (I have learned that if they’re warm they spread better). Then half of the ground beef. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of salsa over the top, spreading as best as you can. Spread about 1 cup of the cheese over top of the salsa and meat. Repeat layer. Top with the remaining 2 full tortillas and 2 halves. Top the tortillas with the remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until warmed through.

Optional toppings: Sour Cream, Salsa, Avocados, Lettuce, Fresh tomatoes, Diced Onions, Guacamole, or whatever you like on your tacos!

This dish is super easy to make, and has become one of our family’s favorite dinners. I love that it’s one baking dish and one pan for clean up.