slow cooker taco lasagna

• servings: 6
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 5-6 hours

Ingredients

ingredients

• I lb lean ground beef

• I large yellow onion, chopped

• 1 oz pkg taco seasoning

• 24 oz jar salsa

• 1 pkg corn or flour tortillas

• 2-3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves

• 8 oz pkg shredded Mexican blend cheese

• 8 oz carton soft cream cheese spread

• optional toppings: cilantro, green

onions, sour cream, salsa and avocado

Directions

1. In a large skillet, brown ground beef and onions until done; drain. Add taco seasoning and ½ cup water and cook until all water is absorbed.

2. Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Add ¾ cup salsa to the bottom of the slow cooker; cover with a layer of tortillas.

3. Place half of meat mixture over tortillas, top with dollops of cream cheese (using half of the carton), I cup spinach, ½ cup Mexican blend cheese and ¾ cup salsa. Repeat layers.

4. Finish with a layer of tortillas, cover with remaining salsa and cheese.

5. Cover and cook on low 5-6 hours or on high 3-4 hours.

6. Turn slow cooker off 10-15 minutes before serving.

7. Serve with desired toppings.