Cheesy Chile Casserole

Name: Cheesy Chile Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles, rinsed and seeded; 2 large eggs; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce or 1 cup fresh salsa, drained, divided

Total Time Prep: 10 min. Bake: 40 min.

Yield 8 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

A short list of ingredients packs full flavor in this easy-to-assemble casserole. Serve it as the star of your next meal. —Phyllis Bidwell, Las Vegas, Nevada

Ingredients

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles, rinsed and seeded
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce or 1 cup fresh salsa, drained, divided

Directions

In a large bowl, combine Monterey Jack cheese and cheddar cheese. In a greased 2-quart baking dish, layer cheese and chiles. Whisk the eggs, flour and milk; pour over cheese mixture.
Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Top with half the tomato sauce or salsa; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 304 calories, 21g fat (14g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 538mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 18g protein.

A short list of ingredients packs full flavor in this easy-to-assemble casserole. Serve it as the star of your next meal. —Phyllis Bidwell, Las Vegas, Nevada

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