A hearty way to honor Hispanic Heritage Month

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With a powerful influence across the United States, Latino food provides a perfect way to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Bring your family to the table for a true fiesta with this Mexican Lasagna, a hearty solution that’s both filling and easy to make.

Mexican Lasagna

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6 1 pound ground beef 1 can (15 ounces) black beans 1 can (4 ounces) chiles 2 cans (14 ounces each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, divided 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon taco seasoning 6 cups shredded cheese 18 taco-sized tortillas of choice fresh cilantro, for garnish sour cream, for serving *** Heat oven to 350 F. In large skillet, brown ground beef; drain grease. Add black beans, chiles with juices, 1 can tomatoes with juices, drained corn, garlic powder, onion powder and taco seasoning.

Open remaining can of tomatoes; take out half and set aside. Add remaining half with juices to beef mixture. Mix well and turn off heat.

In 9-by-13-inch pan, line bottom with six tortillas, slightly overlapping. Cover with 1/3 of beef mixture and top with 2 cups shredded cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients then top with reserved tomatoes.

Cover pan with foil and bake 30-40 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Mexican Lasagna