CORN TORTILLA LASAGNA

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This is a family favorite that's always a hit at office luncheons or potluck dinners. The simple lasagna has a tasty twist-it's packed with popular Southwest flavors. -Jo Terwilliger, Oneonta, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
12 corn tortillas
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups sour cream
Additional picante sauce, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the picante sauce, spinach, tomatoes, red pepper, tomato sauce and lime juice., Arrange six tortillas in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the meat mixture, 1/4 cup cheese and remaining tortillas. Spread with sour cream. Top with the remaining meat mixture and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes. Serve with additional picante sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.