CHEESE AND BEAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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This evolved from the 'zaar recipe recipe #58503 and is a family favorite. It comes together quickly, you don't have to fry the tortillas, and it tastes great. It also has less saturated fat than most enchilada recipes.

Provided by ranch-girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup olive oil (or other oil, olive oil is healthy, esp. extra virgin)
1/4 cup flour
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 1/2 cups water
2 garlic cloves (minced or pressed)
1 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano
3 tablespoons powdered red chilies (I use mild, this is not the same as chili powder)
1 (30 ounce) can black beans (or pinto)
1 (16 ounce) carton low fat cottage cheese
6 -8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 dozen corn tortilla
1/2 cup sliced black olives
light sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine the flour and oil in 2 quart saucepan and stir til smooth.
  • Mix the tomato paste with the water and gradually add to the flour/oil mixture stirring until smooth.
  • Add garlic, onion, salt, oregano, and red chile to the sauce.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • While sauce is heating, grate the cheese and drain the can of beans.
  • When sauce has boiled and thickened a bit, remove from heat.
  • Put a thin layer of sauce, just enough to cover, in the bottom of a 9X12 baking pan. (I use a glass pan).
  • Put a layer of 6 tortillas on top of the sauce layer; they will overlap some.
  • Spread beans in an even layer on top of the tortilla layer.
  • Spread cottage cheese on top of bean layer.
  • Sprinkle approx 3/4 of the grated cheese over the cottage cheese.
  • Spread 1/2 of the remaining sauce over this.
  • Put a second layer of 6 tortillas on top.
  • Top with remaining sauce, the rest of the grated cheese, and the sliced olives.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven until hot and bubbly, 20 - 30 minutes.
  • Serve with sour cream if desired.

Moshkalam Kaksar
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This casserole is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


Dennis Nnaemeka
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Aysha Ibrahim
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. It's also a great dish to serve at a potluck.


Mohammed Korshed alum
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my casserole turned out really bland. I think I might have used too much water.


Donald Mohlominyana
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's a great way to make a tasty and satisfying meal.


Giorgi Bukia
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This casserole was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Hasnain Hasnainkhan
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I thought this casserole was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Hasan YT
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover beans and cheese.


Nicole Kiki
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This casserole was a bit too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding more sauce next time.


Inspector Henry from richzone
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Evelia Lopez
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jeff Banks
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder next time.


MD JOHIR md johir
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The beans and salsa gave it a nice flavor.


Bonisile Mbhele
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. I will definitely be making it again.


Emily Young
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I thought this casserole was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste.


Kamalkimi
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This casserole was easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


h m shariful
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I loved the creamy sauce and the crispy tortilla chips on top. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Zeina Waleed
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This casserole was a hit with my family! It's a great way to use up leftover beans and cheese, and it's super easy to make.


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