Taco Lasagna

* Exported from MasterCook *

Taco Lasagna

Recipe By : Pampered Chef Favorites II
Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pampered Chef

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds ground beef
2 packages (1.25 oz ea) taco seasoning mix
4 cloves garlic -- pressed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon cornmeal
2 packages corn tortillas (10-12 each)
1 jar (24 oz) salsa
1 cup green onions -- sliced
16 ounces sour cream mixed with 1 TBS chili powder
3 cups Monterey jack cheese, divided -- shredded
3 cups Cheddar cheese, divided -- shredded

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In large saucepan, cook beef until brown
and drain well. Add taco seasoning, garlic, cayenne pepper and water.
Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Set aside. Sprinkle cornmeal in bottom
of 9" x 13" baker. Place 6 tortillas in bottom of pan overlaping and
extending up edges slightly.

Layer in the following order:

I cup salsa
1/2 of meat mixtures (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup grean onions
1 cup sour cream mixture
2 cups combined cheeses

Repeat starting again with 6 tortillas, salsa, meat, green onions, sour
cream and 2 cups of cheese. Place 6 tortillas and remaining salsa on
top. Bake for 40 minutes. Remove and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10
minutes before serving. Yield: 10-12 servings.

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