Fiesta Bean Cheese Bake

Posted Monday, October 10th, 2011 by Carol Beazley.

Makes 2 pie plates or 16-20 small fluted ramekins

Drain and mix the following together in a colander and set aside:

  • 1 can Mexican style chili beans (drained)
  • 1 can black beans (drained)
  • 1/2 can corn (drained) optional
  • 1/2 can diced tomatoes (drained) optional
  • 1 can (7 ounce) Chopped Green Chili’s

In large bowl mix:

  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 4 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
  • (plus above ingredients)

In bender mix:

  • 16 eggs
  • 1 Cup cottage cheese
  • 2 teaspoon taco seasonings
  • (add to ingredients in bowl)

Other Ingredients:

  • 4 Tortillas cut into 8 triangles
  • Tomatoes sliced into rounds or 16 grape tomatoes cut in ½ for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 cup salsa for garnish (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)



Preparation Instructions:

  1. Spray pie pans or ramekins with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Place half of the tortillas wedge(s) on the bottom of each pan.
  3. Pour egg/cheese mixture on top of tortilla wedge(s).
  4. Place remaining tortilla wedge(s) on top, moistening both sides.
    (Can be refrigerated over night)
  5. Spoon ½ tablespoon salsa on each serving or garnish each serving with fresh tomatoes before baking.
  6. Bake for 30-45 minutes @ 350 degrees.  Cut into eight slices if applicable.

Serve with sour cream and salsa. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

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