Enchilada Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 cup water
- 2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups salsa, divided
- 10 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 3/4-inch strips, divided
- 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
- 2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
- 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Place 1/4 cup salsa each in two greased 8-inch square baking dishes. Layer each dish with a fourth of the tortillas and 1/4 cup salsa. Divide the meat mixture, sour cream and corn between the two casseroles. Top with remaining tortillas, salsa and cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 1 month. Cover and bake second casserole at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed above.
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