Chili Relleno Casserole
A comforting twist on a classic Mexican favorite, Chili Relleno Casserole layers roasted peppers, melted cheese, and a light fluffy batter, create a flavorful meal the whole family will love."
Ingredients
- 12 oz. can whole green chili peppers
- 6 oz. Monterey Jack Cheese
- 4 large eggs beaten
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Roast peppers or drain and seed peppers. Cut Monterey Cheese into long ½ inch thick cheese sticks that will fit inside the peppers. If pepper tears, wrap the pepper around each strip of cheese.
- Place the stuffed peppers in a greased 10x6x2 baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the beaten eggs and milk. Beat in flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth. Pour over peppers in baking dish. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 30 minutes until golden and the center is baked.
- Let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes and then cut into squares and serve.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1squareCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 14gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 440mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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