Mexican Casserole

Recently, I made a Mexican casserole for the kids and I to enjoy. One of my favorites, I have not made one in years. Simple to make, and you can have fun with adding different meats and variations of cheese and salsa.

Corn Tortillas
2 cups Cheddar Cheese
1 16 oz can of Enchilada Sauce (Depending on the size of the casserole, you may need an extra can)
1 diced sweet onion

Optional Ingredients
Chicken
Pork
Steak
Salsa
Olives
Green Onions

Choose a baking dish. On the bottom of the baking dish, layer your first row of Corn Tortillas. On top of the first layer, drizzle enchilada sauce so that the tortillas are covered. Add cheese and onions. Add additional layers following the same pattern. In between layers, you can add some salsa if you would like. Your casserole should reach the top of the pan in 5-7  layers of tortillas.

Preheat the oven to 350. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil. Place the casserole in the oven for 40 mins. Some people crisp up the top the last five minutes by taking off the aluminum foil. Either way is fine.

I like the simple casserole the best. However, many will prefer to add meat. I suggest using my carnitas pork recipe and add this in between layers. You can also add carnitas or regular chicken. A fajita style steak would also be a great addition. Garnish the top with my homemade guacamole and salsa recipe and OH MY, you made something special.

Additional garnishments include sliced black olives and green onions....try any and all combinations. It is great to be a dad and try new things with the kids.