BEAN AND CHEESE STACK

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A hearty south-of-the border-inspired vegetarian dish made with tortillas, corn, black beans, kidney beans, cheddar cheese and more!

Provided by By Bree Hester

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 flour tortillas (10 inch)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups frozen corn (from 12-oz bag), thawed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup Old El Paso™ taco sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions (4 medium)
Guacamole, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Using bottom of pan as a guide, trim tortillas to fit inside pan.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper and garlic in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in corn, black beans and kidney beans. Cook 2 minutes longer. Add taco sauce; stir until vegetables are coated. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Place 1 tortilla in bottom of springform pan; sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the cheese. Top with one-third of the bean mixture; sprinkle with another 1/4 cup cheese. Repeat layers twice. Top with fourth tortilla and remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onions. Carefully remove side of pan. Cut stack into wedges. Serve with guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BD71 SHAGOR
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This recipe is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table quickly and easily.


Leo Grant
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I love the crispy tortillas in this recipe. They add a great texture to the dish.


Vegeta's Son
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This is a classic recipe that never gets old. It's perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion.


Sibusiso Radebe
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I've been making this recipe for years, and it's one of my favorites. It's so simple, but it's always a hit.


Wafa Baloch740
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans and cheese. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kacey
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of beans or cheese that you like. I've even made it with leftover chicken or beef. It's always delicious.


Sandy Wood
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a success. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shahid Nazir
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The hardest part is waiting for the tortillas to fry, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.


Rumictg Arta
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I'm not a huge fan of black beans, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The beans were actually really good in this dish. The cheese and spices really helped to balance out the flavor.


Ester Ndapewa Vilho
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The bean and cheese filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crispy tortillas held everything together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.