San Jose Tortilla Pie Recipe

Name: San Jose Tortilla Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas (6 inches); Oil for deep-fat frying; Salt; 1 pound ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 to 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies; 6 large eggs; 1-1/2 cups whole milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Sliced ripe olives, optional

Servings: persons

6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
Oil for deep-fat frying
Salt
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 to 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
Sliced ripe olives, optional

1
Cut each tortilla into eight wedges. Saute a few at a time in hot oil until crisp. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with salt.
2
In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in chili powder, oregano and cumin.
3
In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the tortilla wedges, meat mixture and cheese. Sprinkle chilies evenly over cheese. Top with the remaining meat and cheese. Tuck remaining tortilla wedges, point side up, around the edge of dish.
4
In a small bowl, beat the eggs, milk and salt. Pour evenly over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 25-30 minutes. Garnish with olives if desired.

935

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 corn tortillas (6 inches), Oil for deep-fat frying, Salt, 1 pound ground beef, and more.

Yes, San Jose Tortilla Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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