Three-bean Mexican Lasagna

Categories: Vegetarian | International | Mexico

Ingredients:

  • 1 can (398 ml/14 oz) each black beans, red kidney beans and white kidney beans
  • 1 can (341 ml/12 oz) corn niblets, drained
  • 1 can (398 ml/14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 425 ml (1 3/4 cups) salsa
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 10 ml (2 tsp) cumin
  • 10 ml (2 tsp) chili powder
  • 6 flour tortillas (30 cm/12 inch diameter)
  • 500 ml (2 cups) grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Preparation:

  • Preheat oven to 180 C (350 F).
  • In a large saucepan, combine beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, garlic, onion, green pepper, cumin and chili powder.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Spray a 3-l (9-by-13-inch) lasagna pan with cooking spray.
  • Cut tortillas in half.
  • Place 4 halves in prepared pan to cover bottom, flat edges facing the outside.
  • Spread 1/3 of the bean mixture over tortillas.
  • Repeat procedure, adding 2 more layers, ending with bean mixture.
  • Sprinkle cheese over top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes before cutting.
  • Serve with sour cream, if desired.
First Made:
2009-01-01
Yield:
12 servings
Calories:
237 calories per serving
Country:
Mexico




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