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Enchilada Pie

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 8
Calories: 480
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Carmen Benton's layered enchilada casserole — corn tortillas alternated with seasoned ground beef, American cheese, and a homemade chili-tomato sauce, stacked and baked until bubbly. A hearty, cheesy, crowd-feeding Tex-Mex casserole that's distinct from a soup or stew version.

Ingredients
  • 2 Tbsp. Butter
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 1 Bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. Flour
  • 1/2 Tbsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp Chili powder
  • 1 can Tomatoes
  • 1 small can Tomato sauce
  • 2 Cups Water
  • 18 Tortillas
  • 1 lb. American cheese
  • 1 1/2 lbs Ground beef
Instructions
  1. 1
    Cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic in butter until soft.
  2. 2
    Add the flour, salt, and chili powder, stirring until smooth.
  3. 3
    Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Cook until thick and smooth.
  4. 4
    Fry the ground beef, seasoned to taste with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
  5. 5
    Grate the cheese.
  6. 6
    In a large casserole dish, layer tortillas, meat, cheese, and sauce. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, ending with sauce and cheese on top.
  7. 7
    Bake at 350°F for 40-60 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and the sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 480kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 13g65%
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 980mg41%
Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 4g
Protein 28g57%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

End the layering with sauce and cheese on top — this ensures the casserole browns nicely and doesn't dry out at the edges during the longer 40-60 minute bake.

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