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Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole

Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole in pan
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This vegetarian enchilada casserole is a delicious and filling vegetarian dinner idea! It’s simpler to make than rolling enchiladas and makes a crowd-pleasing meal where no one will miss the meat. It’s a spin on our popular enchilada casserole with chicken—and we like it just as much!

Ingredients

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  •  1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 15-ounce can refried pinto beans
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced (1 cup)
  • 4 or 5-ounce can mild diced green chilis (optional)
  • 3/4 cup canned corn
  • 1 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and smoked paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups (8 oz) shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas, cut in half
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups mild red enchilada sauce (about 18 to 22 oz)
  • Finely minced red onion, green onion, and cilantro, for the garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large bowl, make the filling by mixing the black beans, refried beans, red pepper, green chilis, corn, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and kosher salt. 
  3. Spoon some of the enchilada sauce to just cover the bottom of a 9 x 13” baking dish, then make the layers. Top with 4 tortillas to cover the entire dish (see photo), then spoon over 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Add half of the filling on top of the sauce, then 1/2 cup cheese and about 1/2 cup enchilada sauce.
  4. Add another 4 tortillas, the remaining filling, 1/2 cup cheese, and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. 
  5. On the top, add one more layer of 4 tortillas. Top with the remaining enchilada sauce (about 1 cup) and sprinkle with the remaining cheese (about 1 cup).
  6. Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered 5 minutes. If desired, broil for about 1 minute until browned. 
  7. Rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced red onion, green onion, and optional cilantro. Slice into 12 pieces and serve.

Notes

For vegan: Use dairy free cheese (we like Daiya brand).

For spicy: Adjust the spice in this recipe by using mild or hot enchilada sauce, or add chopped jalapeños for extra kick.

For green enchiladas: Use salsa verde instead of red enchilada sauce.

Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/vegetarian-enchilada-casserole/