Calling all vegetarians, vegans, and cheese enthusiasts! Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the Cheesy Torn Corn Tortilla Casserole, a meatless masterpiece that's packed with flavor. This casserole is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender corn tortillas, a creamy cheese sauce, and a medley of colorful vegetables. Its versatility shines through, as you can customize it with your favorite veggies, ensuring a unique culinary experience every time. The recipe offers two variations: a meatless version for those seeking a plant-based delight, and a meat-lover's version for those who crave a hearty protein fix. Both versions promise an explosion of flavors and a satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.
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MEXICAN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This Mexican Tortilla Casserole is an easy-to-prepare, vegetarian meal that's perfect for weeknight meals or a dinner party. You can easily add meat for a heartier dish!
Provided by Jennifer Farley
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8x11 or 9x9 inch baking dish (or a similar sized pan) with cooking spray.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium low heat and add the onion, garlic, cumin and chili powder. Stir for a few minutes until the onions are soft and the spices are fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, reserved tomato juice, tomato paste, beans, corn and spinach. Stir and cook for another minute or two until the spinach has wilted and the corn has thawed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place two corn tortillas in the bottom of the prepared pan and top with 1/4 of the bean mixture, spreading the mixture evenly. Sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Repeat until all of the ingredients have been used up, finishing with the cheese.
- Bake until the tortilla casserole has cooked through, approximately 20 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before cutting.
- Serve with garnishes, if desired (I highly recommend them!).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 178 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CORN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Jane Hardy of Henderson, Texas uses canned items, including kidney beans, cream-style corn and tomato sauce, to dress up ground beef in this satisfying entree. Convenient corn tortillas separate each mouth-watching layer.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the beans, corn, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder and garlic; cook for 3 minutes., Place one tortilla in a greased round 2-qt. baking dish; top with 1 cup meat mixture. Repeat layers fives times. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
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DOUBLE CORN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This was a hit at our teachers luncheon and I ended up buying the cookbook it's from: Better Homes and Garden Easy Everyday Vegetarian.
Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease a 2-quart square baking dish.
- Tear tortillas into bite-size pieces (pizza cutter works well).
- Arrange HALF the tortillas in the baking dish.
- Top with HALF of the cheese, HALF of the corn, HALF of the green onions.
- Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, cheese, corn and onions.
- Stir together eggs buttermilk, and green chilies.
- Gently pour over tortilla mixture.
- Bake uncovered in a 325 degree oven for about 30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Serve warm with salsa or picante sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 133.2, Sodium 684.1, Carbohydrate 40.1, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.7
CHEESY TORN CORN TORTILLA CASSEROLE (MEATLESS)
From Honest Pretzel...I've added green chilies for more flavor! Makes a delicious and easy dinner served with a side of black beans and a salad.
Provided by TexasToast R
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 1 9x13 pan, 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9x13 pan with cooking spray.
- Tear 6 tortillas into bite-sized pieces and cover the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle half of the cheese on top and then evenly spoon green chilies on top of cheese. Tear rest of tortillas and put over chili-cheese layer. Sprinkle rest of cheese on top.
- Beat the eggs, salt and buttermilk in a bowl and pour over tortillas and cheese. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Serve with sour cream and salsa.
CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE
Chicken, cheese, and spices. You can substitute Cheddar cheese for the Mexican-style cheese blend, if desired.
Provided by Texasgal60
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Stir condensed soup, sour cream, green chilies, and milk together in a large bowl. Add chicken, tortilla pieces, and taco seasoning; stir. Mix tomato and 1 cup Mexican-style cheese blend into chicken mixture.
- Spread chicken mixture out into the prepared baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Discard aluminum foil. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the casserole and continue baking until cheese melts and casserole is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 60.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
CHEESY CORN CASSEROLE
I've had this cheesy corn casserole recipe for years, and my family still asks for it all the time. Our son, who is not a big vegetable eater, says it's one of his favorites.-Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredient. Transfer to a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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Tips:
- Use fresh corn tortillas: Fresh corn tortillas are softer and more pliable, making them easier to tear and cook evenly. If you can't find fresh corn tortillas, you can use store-bought corn tortillas, but be sure to warm them up before using them.
- Don't overcook the corn tortillas: Overcooked corn tortillas will become tough and chewy. Cook them just until they are softened and slightly browned.
- Use a variety of cheeses: Using a variety of cheeses will give your casserole a more complex flavor. Some good options include cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and queso fresco.
- Add your favorite toppings: Before baking the casserole, you can add your favorite toppings, such as diced tomatoes, onions, or peppers. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole before serving.
Conclusion:
Cheesy Torn Corn Tortilla Casserole (Meatless) is a quick and easy recipe to make a hearty, filling, everyday favorite casserole. It's made with budget friendly pantry staples, making it really accessible meal. You can also add your own twist to it, by adding different toppings or fillings. This casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks and is filling enough to serve as a main course. With its cheesy, gooey goodness, it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with a side of sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for a complete meal.
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