Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
21 unit

Green Chiles

seeded

4 unit

Corn Tortillas

cut into strips

4 cup

Jack Cheese

shredded

1 unit

Tomato

seeded and sliced

8 unit

Eggs

0.5 cup

Milk

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

0.5 tsp

Ground Cumin

0.5 tsp

Garlic Powder

0.25 tsp

Onion Salt

0.25 tsp

Paprika

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~6 min

Remove and discard seeds from green chiles.

Step 3
~6 min

Lay half of the chiles in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~6 min

Top with half of the corn tortilla strips.

Step 5
~6 min

Sprinkle half of the shredded Jack cheese over the tortillas.

Step 6
~6 min

Arrange tomato slices on top of the cheese.

Step 7
~6 min

Repeat layers, using the remaining chiles, tortillas, and cheese.

Step 8
~6 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, ground cumin, garlic powder, and onion salt.

Step 9
~6 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 10
~6 min

Sprinkle paprika over the top.

Step 11
~6 min

Bake for 45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add cooked sausage or ground beef for a heartier casserole.

Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor.

Adjust the amount of spice to your liking by using different types of chiles.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with refried beans and rice.

Serve with guacamole and chips.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Refried Beans
Spanish Rice
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States/Mexico

Cultural Significance

A variation of the classic Chile Relleno dish, adapted for easy preparation.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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