Taco Lasagna

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Start by setting your oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the onion, garlic, and ground beef until browned while breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain the excess liquid from the pan. Add taco seasoning and coat everything well. Add 1 cup of water and allow to cook until the water has evaporated from the pan.

Step 3

Add green pepper, tomatoes in their juices, corn, and black beans. Simmer for 5 minutes. The sauce should thicken a bit. Remove saucepan from the heat.

Step 4

Combine cottage cheese, sour cream, cumin, and egg in a mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a casserole dish layer 1 cup of the meat sauce, 3 noodles, spread the cottage cheese mixture, 1 cup each of cheddar and mozzarella, 3 more lasagna noodles, remaining sauce.

Step 6

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 40 minutes. Remove the foil, top dish with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese, and bake until bubbly. If you want a little crisp to your cheese, you can turn on the broiler for the last 3 minutes, watching carefully so it doesn't burn.

Step 7

Once baked to your liking, remove the dish from the oven. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with any additional desired toppings.