Enchilada Casserole

October 19, 2023
Enchilada casserole in a white baking dish

Recipe Source: https://eatingsmartbeingactive.colostate.edu/eating-smart-%E2%80%A2-being-active/resources-for-implementation/recipes/lesson-2-get-moving/

Ingredients

  • 1 (28-oz) can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15-oz) can pinto or black beans
  • 3 cups brown rice, cooked
  • 1 (15-oz) can whole kernel corn, drained or 1 ½ cups frozen corn
  • 12 (6-inch) tortillas
  • 2 ½ cups (10 oz) Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, shredded

Recipe Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Drain and rinse the beans and corn (if using canned corn).
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix enchilada sauce, beans, cooked rice, and corn.
  • Place half the mixture in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish or split it between two 9-inch square or round pans.
  • Spread tortillas evenly over the mixture. Place remaining mixture on top of the tortillas.
  • Top with cheese. Cover with foil, and bake for 18 minutes.
  • Remove foil, and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly. Serve warm.

Recipe Times

Preparation Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 30 min
Total Time: 40 min

Recipe Facts

Servings: 8
Calories per serving: 420
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