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Mexican Veggie Lasagna

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I found this recipe in Women’s Day magazine. It’s full of flavor and packed with veggies. Next time you want Mexican, give this a try for something different.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 lb. zucchini, diced (about 3 cups)
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with chilies
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn, drained
1 can (10 oz.) mild enchilada sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
5 (8-in.) flour tortillas
1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or jalapeno jack cheese
Sour cream, for serving

Directions:

  1. Pre heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Coat 3-quart round baking dish with Pam cooking spray.
  3. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion and sauté 5 minutes.
  5. Add zucchini and cumin, and sauté 5 minutes or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
  6. Stir in tomatoes, beans, corn and enchilada sauce. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro.
  8. Place 1 tortilla in baking dish.
  9. Top with 1/4 cup cheese.
  10. Repeat layers 4 times.
  11. Cover with foil and bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly around edges and cheese is melted.
  12. Cool 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream, if desired.
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