Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.25 cup

Tomatillo Ranchero Sauce

prepared

1.25 cup

Hot Water

heated

0.5 lb

Tomatillos

husked and quartered

8 unit

Anaheim Chilies

roasted, peeled, stemmed, seeded

0.5 unit

Yellow Onion

chopped

2.5 unit

Garlic Cloves

minced

1 tsp

Dried Oregano

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

4 unit

Corn Tortillas

cut to fit

4 unit

Eggs

15 ounce

Chili Beans

canned

0.5 cup

Longhorn Cheddar Cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the tomatillo ranchero sauce.

Step 2
~3 min

Place tomatillos, Anaheim chilies, onion, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and 1 cup of hot water in a Vita-Mix or blender.

Step 3
~3 min

If using a Vita-Mix, blend on high speed for 4-5 minutes until steam escapes.

Step 4
~3 min

If using a standard blender, saute tomatillos, garlic, and onion in oil until soft (approx. 5 minutes).

Step 5
~3 min

Add hot water and spices, simmer for 20-30 minutes. Blend until smooth.

Step 6
~3 min

Adjust sauce seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~3 min

Refrigerate the sauce until ready to use.

Step 8
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 9
~3 min

Lightly spray ramekins with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 10
~3 min

Place a cut tortilla in the bottom of each ramekin.

Step 11
~3 min

Top each tortilla with an egg in the center.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle 1/4 of the canned beans around each egg, leaving the yolk exposed.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour 1 - 1 1/2 cups of tomatillo sauce over the beans, again leaving the yolk exposed.

Step 14
~3 min

Top with grated cheddar cheese.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake for 15 minutes, then lightly cover with foil and bake an additional 5 minutes, or until the egg white is set and the yolk is slightly runny.

Step 16
~3 min

Top with additional grated cheese if desired.

Step 17
~3 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess

Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions

Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired spice level

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The tomatillo sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with a side of refried beans and Mexican rice.

Top with avocado slices for added richness.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Refried Beans
Mexican Rice
Guacamole
Pico de Gallo

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Traditional Mexican breakfast dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day
Breakfast for special occasions

Occasion Tags

breakfast
brunch
cinco de mayo
weekend breakfast
holiday brunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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