Black Bean Casserole Recipe

Name: Black Bean Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stick butter; 2 large onions chopped; 1 large sweet red bell peppers chopped; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 1 can tomatoes, canned diced, rotel; 2 teaspoons cumin; 32 ounces black beans not drained; 12 6 corn tortillas (6-inch) cut into quarters; 2 cups monterey jack cheese; 2 each tomatoes diced; 2 cups lettuce shredded; 1 bunch scallions, spring or green onions chopped; 1 small black olives canned, chopped; 1 x sour cream

Servings: persons

1 stick butter
2 large onions chopped
1 large sweet red bell peppers chopped
2 each garlic cloves minced
1 can tomatoes, canned diced, rotel
2 teaspoons cumin
32 ounces black beans not drained
12 6 corn tortillas (6-inch) cut into quarters
2 cups monterey jack cheese
2 each tomatoes diced
2 cups lettuce shredded
1 bunch scallions, spring or green onions chopped
1 small black olives canned, chopped
1 x sour cream

1
Saute onions, bell pepper, and garlic in butter.
2
Add tomatoes, cumin, and beans.
3
Simmer for 10 minutes.
4
In a 9x13 oiled casserole dish layer first beans, then tortillas, cheese.
5
Repeat.
6
Bake at 350F (180C).
7
for 20 to 35 minutes.
8
Remove from oven and let set 5 to 10 minutes to set.
9
Cut and serve.
10
Garnish with tomatoes, lettuce, green onions, black olives, and sour cream as desired.

1187

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stick butter, 2 large onions chopped, 1 large sweet red bell peppers chopped, 2 each garlic cloves minced, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Casserole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Casserole

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