Tortilla And Black Bean Casserole(Serves 10)

Name: Tortilla And Black Bean Casserole(Serves 10)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. chopped onion; 1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper; 1 lb. lean ground beef; 3 c. (14 1/2 oz.) Ro-Tel tomatoes; 1 c. picante sauce; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 2 c. cooked pinto beans; 12 (6-inch) corn tortillas or may use flour ones; 8 oz. (2 c.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

1
Saute onion, green pepper and ground beef.
2
Drain.
3
Add undrained tomatoes, picante sauce, garlic and cumin.
4
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Stir in beans. Spray 9 x 13-inch pan with vegetable spray.
6
Spread 1/3 of bean mixture on bottom.
7
Top with half of tortillas, then 1/3 of cheese.
8
Repeat layers, ending with beans on top.
9
Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes.
10
Let stand 10 minutes after sprinkling with remaining cheese.
11
If desired, top with tomato slices, shredded lettuce, sliced green onions, sliced black olives, low-fat sour cream and/or hot sauce.

1880

kcal

Calories

Fat

281

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. chopped onion, 1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper, 1 lb. lean ground beef, 3 c. (14 1/2 oz.) Ro-Tel tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Tortilla And Black Bean Casserole(Serves 10) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!