**Fritos Pie: A Flavorful Fusion of Crunchy and Savory Delights**
Indulge in a culinary adventure with Fritos Pie, a tantalizing dish that seamlessly blends the crispy texture of Fritos corn chips with a hearty chili filling, melted cheese, and an array of toppings. This delightful casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures that will captivate your taste buds from the very first bite. With variations ranging from classic to vegetarian and even vegan options, Fritos Pie caters to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. Prepare to embark on a delectable journey as we delve into the secrets of crafting this iconic dish and explore the variations that make it an endlessly versatile crowd-pleaser.
DEEP-DISH FRITO PIE
Three words: fancy Frito® pie. We love eating the classic out of the bag (who doesn't?) but this deep-dish version is packed with Frito® flavor -- in the crust, chili and topping.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F.
- Pulse 4 ounces (3 cups) of Fritos® in a food processor until finely ground. Remove and reserve half of the Frito® crumbs. Add the flour, egg, 2 ounces (1/2 cup) Cheddar, 2 to 3 tablespoons of water and 1 teaspoon salt to the crumbs in the food processor. Pulse until a uniform dough forms, add an additional tablespoon of water if needed.
- Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie pan and use the bottom of a measuring cup to press evenly across the bottom and up the side of the pan. Prick holes in the bottom of the dough with a fork. Bake until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside while making the chili.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned but not completely cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving behind as much fat in the skillet as possible. Reduce the heat to medium, add the garlic, bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring, until tender but not browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the chili powder, tomato paste and cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and reserved beef along with any accumulated juices to skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from the skillet, until the liquid is almost evaporated, 6 to 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the cornstarch, reserved Frito crumbs and 2 ounces (1/2 cup) Cheddar and stir until combined.
- Transfer the chili to the pie crust, top with the remaining 4 ounces (1 cup) Cheddar, cover with foil and bake until the cheese is melted and the filling is bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes more. Let cool 15 minutes then top with a layer of sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo. Mound iceberg lettuce on top and sprinkle with pickled jalapeno slices, chopped onion, remaining Fritos and fresh cilantro leaves.
FRITO PIE RECIPE
To keep the chips from getting soggy, ladle the chili over the chips just before serving.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 15m
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place 1 cup corn chips into each of 8 bowls. Ladle 1 cup West Texas Chili on top of corn chips in each bowl. Sprinkle each with ¼ cup Cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon diced onion. Top with desired toppings.
FRITO PIE
Frito pie is legendary in the Southwest for being spicy, salty and cheesy fabulous. Here's my easy take on this crunchy classic. -Jan Moon, Alamogordo, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in beans; heat through., Reserve 1 cup corn chips for topping. Place remaining corn chips in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with meat mixture, enchilada sauce and cheese; top with reserved chips., Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 731 calories, Fat 41g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1733mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
FRITOS™ PIE CASSEROLE
Crunchy, cheesy and made extra easy with always-on-hand staples like ground beef, onion and black beans-this weeknight casserole will have everyone asking for seconds.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onions over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until brown; drain. Stir in seasoning mix and water. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes or until thickened. Stir in enchilada sauce and black beans; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Place 4 cups of the corn chips in single layer in baking dish. Top with 1 cup of the cheese; spoon beef mixture over cheese, then top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Top with remaining corn chips and the green onions. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
FRITO PIE
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to wilt. Season with salt and cayenne. Stir in the beef , chili powder, cumin, crushed red pepper, and oregano. Brown the meat for 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, beef stock, and beans. Bring the liquid up to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the liquid, uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, or until the beef is tender. Skim off the fat occasionally. Mix the masa and flour together with a little liquid from the stockpot. Slowly stir in the masa slurry and continue to cook for 30 minutes. Reseason with salt and cayenne. Place a handful of the chips in each shallow bowl. Spoon the chili over the chips. Garnish with the grated cheese, sour cream and jalapenos.
FRITOS® PIE
Always had this growing up and loved it! Simple, fast, and cheap! Yields enough for leftovers for days!
Provided by arjones2009
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Beef Pie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix onion and green bell pepper into ground beef.
- Mix tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, ranch-style beans, stewed tomatoes, and chili powder into beef mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until flavors have blended, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Layer corn chips and hamburger mixture into serving bowls and top with Cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1562.3 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
EZ BAKED FRITO PIE
This is great for times when you don't want to cook, but still want a hot meal. My Dad has always made it, and over the years I have tweaked his recipe a bit. It is very easy to make, takes very little time, and the leftovers are great. It is a meal in itself, though I sometimes enjoy it with a couple of warm flour tortillas.
Provided by Mark H.
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Heat the canned chili and any optional ingredients on the stove.
- Spread a thin layer of Fritos along the bottom of an 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish.
- Pour about half of the heated chili evenly over the bottom layer of Fritos.
- Completely cover the chili layer with a thicker layer of Fritos.
- Sprinkle about half the shredded cheese atop the Fritos.
- Pour the remainder of the chili atop the Frito/cheese layer.
- Completely cover the top chili layer with another thick layer of Fritos, then sprinkle on the remaining cheese.
- Bake in 350 oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly around edges and top cheese is melted.
- Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- To make the perfect Fritos Pie, start with a flavorful chili. Use a combination of ground beef, pork, or turkey, and add plenty of spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Feel free to experiment with different types of beans, vegetables, and even beer or chocolate for a unique twist.
- Use high-quality Fritos corn chips for the best results. Avoid using stale or broken chips, as they will not hold up well in the pie.
- Don't skimp on the cheese. Use a combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack for a gooey, melted cheese topping.
- Add your favorite toppings to the Fritos Pie before serving. Some popular options include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and chopped onions.
- Fritos Pie can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Simply reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
Conclusion:
Fritos Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're feeding a crowd at a party or just looking for a quick and satisfying meal, Fritos Pie is sure to hit the spot. With its combination of flavorful chili, crispy Fritos, and melted cheese, Fritos Pie is a classic American comfort food that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy recipe, give Fritos Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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