Spinach Lasagna

This spinach lasagna is layers of noodles, sauteed spinach, marinara sauce and three different kinds of cheese, all baked to golden brown perfection. A hearty vegetarian main course option that's perfect for feeding a large group.its the simple recipe!!!

INGREDIENTS

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef I use 90% lean
1/2 cup onion finely diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 packet taco seasoning
4 ounce can diced green chiles drained
14 ounce can diced tomatoes drained
1/2 cup corn kernels fresh, thawed from frozen, or canned
16 ounce can refried beans
10 ounce can red enchilada sauce divided use
12 flour tortillas 8 inch size
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided use
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

cooking spray

toppings such as pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole optional

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9"x13" baking dish with cooking spray.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, for 4-5 minutes.
Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in the taco seasoning until the meat and onions are thoroughly coated.
Add the green chiles, diced tomatoes and corn to the pan, then stir to mix everything together.
Add the can of refried beans. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce over the bottom of the baking dish.
Cut the tortillas in half, and layer 6 tortilla halved to fit in the dish. Spread 1/3 of the enchilada sauce over the tortillas, then sprinkle with 1/2 cup of cheese. Spread 1/3 of the bean and meat mixture over the cheese.
Repeat the layers, ending with layers of tortillas, enchilada sauce, and the remaining cheese.
Cover and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and browned.
Sprinkle with cilantro. Add any desired toppings, then cut into squares and serve.