Easy Cheesy Chili Rellano Casserole Recipe

Name: Easy Cheesy Chili Rellano Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (4 ounce) cans whole green chili peppers, seeded and drained; salt, to taste; 1 cup evaporated milk; 4 egg whites; Tabasco sauce, to taste; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup green onion, chopped; 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded; 2 cups sharpcheddar cheese, shredded; 1 lb ground pork sausage, cooked and drained; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; sour cream

Servings: persons

4 (4 ounce) cans whole green chili peppers, seeded and drained
salt, to taste
1 cup evaporated milk
4 egg whites
Tabasco sauce, to taste
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 cups sharpcheddar cheese, shredded
1 lb ground pork sausage, cooked and drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
sour cream

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Lightly spray a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with no-stick spray; set aside.
3
Wearing disposable gloves, slit the chili pepers in half lengthwise. Remove and discard the seeds; rinse and drain the pepers on several paper towels. Salt the chili peppers.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the milk, egg whites, Tabasco sauce, and flour until smooth. Set aside.
5
In a second mixing bowl, combine 1-cup of each cheese and the green onions. (Save the remaining cheeses for the topping.).
6
Assemble the casserole: Layer half each of the chili peppers, cheese mixture, and cooked sausage. Repeat. Pour egg mixture evenly over the top of casserole.
7
Pour tomato sauce and diced tomatoes over the top, and bake for 30 minutes. Sprinle with the reserved cheeses and bake for 20 minutes more.
8
Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
9
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and a freshly tossed green salad dressed in olive oil and red vinegar.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (4 ounce) cans whole green chili peppers, seeded and drained, salt, to taste, 1 cup evaporated milk, 4 egg whites, and more.

Yes, Easy Cheesy Chili Rellano Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Easy Cheesy Chili Rellano Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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