Mexican Lasagna

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  • Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
3 (burrito size) Low carb Tortillas (quartered)1.2 lbs Ground Turkey (typically one package)Can diced tomatoes (no salt added)Cup salsa (any)2 cups green/yellow/red peppers1 med/large onion2 Jalapeno Peppers2 cans refried beans1 Cup shredded cheese2 teaspoons Cumin1 tablespoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Makes 8 servings.

Preheat oven to 350

Cook turkey in LARGE pan (I use giant sautee pan), once browned, add diced peppers, onions and chopped jalapenos. Add tomatoes (do not drain), and let simmer to soften the vegetables. add spices to simmering mix. Once vegetables have softened, add salsa and two cans of beans, reduce the heat (or things will splatter everywhere). ONce combined turn off heat.

In a 9x13 pan, spray bottom and add a layer of mixture. Top mixture with tortillas. Add another layer of mixture and cover again with tortillas. Finally, add remaining mixture and top with cheese. Place uncovered in oven for 20-30 minutes until bubbly. Top with avocado slices, salsa or sour cream and enjoy!

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user BRMAURER76.

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 320.8
  • Total Fat: 12.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 65.6 mg
  • Sodium: 676.7 mg
  • Total Carbs: 25.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 10.7 g
  • Protein: 26.4 g

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