Fiesta Bake

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mexican

Fiesta Bake is a flavorful layered casserole featuring seasoned tomato and chili sauce, melted cheeses, and soft tortillas. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or gathering, it combines spicy, cheesy, and creamy elements for a satisfying Mexican-inspired dish that appeals to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium chopped onion
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chili pepper
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 c. half and half
  • 1/2 lb. Jack cheese cubed
  • 1 c. grated Cheddar
  • sour cream

Instructions

  1. Saute chopped onion in butter until translucent.
  2. Add tomato sauce, chopped green chili pepper, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Beat eggs and half and half together and add to the sauce.
  5. Grease an 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan.
  6. Layer 4 tortillas on the bottom of the pan, then add half of the cubed Jack cheese and half of the sauce.
  7. Repeat the layers with remaining tortillas, cheese, and sauce.
  8. Cover the top with sour cream, grated Cheddar cheese, and paprika.
  9. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 20 to 25 minutes.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

657 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15g 30% DV
Total Fat 42.6g 55% DV
Carbs 62.2g 23% DV
Fiber 11.6g 41% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 394mg 17% DV
Potassium 992.8mg 21% DV
Cholesterol 166.5mg 56% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 754.3mcg 84% DV
Vitamin C 63.1mg 70% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 359mg 28% DV
Iron 7mg 39% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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