Itsy Bitsy Foodies

Inspired by Mexican flavors, this non-traditional lasagne recipe is sure to be a hit.  And it is easy to throw together on a busy night.  Layer in taco meat , black beans, diced chiles or any other ingredients to the casserole.

Ingredients

Mix:

1 16 oz. can refried beans

2 tsp oregano

1 tsp cumin

¾ tsp garlic powder

Mix:

2 ½ cups salsa

2 ½ cups water

12 uncooked lasagne noodles

1 cup light sour cream

1 can sliced olives (optional)

¾ chopped green onion (optional)

Grated cheese

In a greased 9×12 pan, layer:

4 uncooked noodles

½ bean mix

4 uncooked noodles

½ bean mix

4 noodles

Pour the salsa mix over the top.

Cover the casserole with foil and cook for 1 ½ hours at 350 degrees.

Top with grated cheese.  Brown for five minutes to melt the cheese.

Spread the following ingredients over the cooked casserole:

1 cup light sour cream

1 can sliced olives (optional)

¾ chopped green onion (optional)

Let cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting to allow the casserole to set.