Easy Chile Relleno Casserole ๐ถ๏ธ
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour
๐ Prep Time: 10 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
๐ฉโ๐ณ Description:
This delightful Easy Chile Relleno Casserole is not just a dishโit’s a family tradition! A simple yet stunning addition to your holiday table or any weeknight meal. It’s a creamy, cheesy concoction that disappears faster than you can say “seconds, please!” This Mexican-inspired recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household, just as it has in mine.
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Category: Mexican
๐ Keywords: High In…, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Half-and-half | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Flour | 1/3 cup |
| Whole green chilies | 3 |
| Monterey Jack cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Cheddar cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Tomato sauce | 1 can (8 oz) |
Instructions:
1. Prep Work:
- Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- Grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish lightly.
2. Mix the Eggy Cream:
- Beat the half-and-half with eggs and flour until you have a smooth, creamy mixture.
3. Prepare the Chilies:
- Split open the whole green chilies, removing the seeds.
- Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
4. Cheesy Goodness:
- Combine the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses in a bowl.
- Set aside 1/2 cup of this cheese mixture for the topping.
5. Layering Time:
- In your greased casserole dish, layer the chilies, cheese mixture, and eggy cream alternately.
- Start with a layer of chilies, then sprinkle some cheese.
- Pour a bit of the eggy cream mixture over the cheese.
- Repeat these layers until you’ve used up all your ingredients.
6. Topping & Baking:
- Pour the tomato sauce over the top of the casserole.
- Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top of the tomato sauce.
7. Bake & Enjoy:
- Bake the casserole, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until it’s golden and bubbly.
- When it’s done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve up generous slices of this delicious Easy Chile Relleno Casserole, and watch it disappear!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 427.6
- Fat: 30.5g
- Saturated Fat: 18.7g
- Cholesterol: 150.5mg
- Sodium: 682.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.3g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 24.4g
Notes:
- This casserole is a wonderful make-ahead dish! You can assemble it up to a day in advance and keep it covered in the fridge until you’re ready to bake.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding some diced onions, garlic, or your favorite spices to the egg mixture.
- Serve this casserole with a dollop of sour cream, some fresh cilantro, and a side of warm tortillas for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
From my kitchen to yours, enjoy this Easy Chile Relleno Casserole recipe, a true crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any occasion! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ง
