Authentic Mexican Recipes

Green Chile Casserole

3 cans (7 oz each) whole green chiles
8 flour tortillas (6-inch size), cut into 1-inch strips
1 1b. grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese
3/4 c milk
3 cups eggs ( about 12 eggs)
1/2 teaspoon each pepper, cumin, garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
Salsa (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain chiles and remove seeds. Spray a 9-inch by 13-inch pan with non-stick coating. Lay half the chiles in the pan. Top with half the tortilla strips and then half the cheese. Repeat another layer using remaining chiles, tortillas, and cheese. Beat remaining ingredients (except paprika) and pour over casserole. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake uncovered for 40 minutes or until puffy and set in the center. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Serve with salsa.

Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 40 min
Difficulty: Easy

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