Layered Southwestern Bake

Laura Fuller
Fort Wayne, IN

Everyone’s favorites all rolled into one casserole!

1 lb. ground beef

2 onions, chopped

1 green pepper, chopped

1/4 c. frozen green peas

1/2 t. chili powder

1/2 t. red pepper flakes

14-1/2 oz. can tomatoes, drained and diced

1/4 c. tomato paste

15-1/4 oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

11-oz. can corn, drained

4 6-inch corn tortillas, quartered

1/3 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Combine beef, onions and pepper in a large skillet; cook over medium heat until beef is browned and onions are tender. Drain. Add peas; sprinkle with chili powder and red pepper flakes. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste; reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Add beans and corn; stir to combine. Spoon half the mixture into a greased 11"x7" baking pan; top with half the tortilla quarters. Layer with remaining beef mixture. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes; remove cover and top with remaining tortillas and cheese. Bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serves 4 to 6.

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