Chapter Ten

Marilyn Mitchell’s Tortilla Cake Surprise

1 package 8-inch flour tortillas

1 16½ oz. can black beans

3/4 cup chopped onion

1 cup red and yellow pepper, chopped

% lb. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

8 chicken tenderloins

taco seasoning to taste

2 16 oz. jars salsa sour cream

Cook black beans, onions, peppers, and taco seasoning (to taste) in an uncovered sauce pan until most of the liquid has evaporated. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken tenders with taco seasoning and saute in a little oil until lightly brown and cooked through. To assemble the cake place one flour tortilla on a greased pie plate and spread with half of the bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Place another tortilla on top and arrange four chicken tenders on it. Sprinkle with salsa. Repeat the process. Place one last tortilla on top and sprinkle with salsa and remaining cheese. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Serve with extra salsa and sour cream.

Serves 8 English, or 4 Amish-Mennonites.