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.

Sr Miraj
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This casserole is a great comfort food. It's warm and cheesy and perfect for a cold winter night. I highly recommend this recipe.


Amy Bocanegra
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it and they don't even realize they're eating beans and corn.


Khaled Khaled
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I made this casserole for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Patty Jac
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover beans and cheese. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a budget-friendly meal.


Yousef Elgazar
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit! It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day. I highly recommend this recipe.


sanskrit_ editz
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This casserole was a bit of a disappointment. The flavors were not very well-balanced and the casserole was very dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


Sibusiso Madondo
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I made this casserole for my boyfriend and he loved it! He said it was the best casserole he had ever had. I will definitely be making this again for him.


Besly L
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This casserole was very easy to make and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy casserole.


Lalbabu Sekh
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This casserole was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I would recommend using less cheese or using a milder cheese. Otherwise, the casserole was very good.


Alisha Sonar
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it turned out much better. I would recommend adding some extra flavor to this dish if you like your food spicy.


asim nadeem
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this casserole was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the casserole was very filling. I would definitely make this again.


Erica Velazquez
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This was a quick and easy recipe to make. The ingredients were easy to find and I had most of them on hand. The casserole turned out great and my kids loved it.


Ig Verxcy
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Hluriplayss1 Rikhotso
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The cheese and beans were a perfect combination, and the enchilada sauce added a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


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