Ingredients for Beans Barley Restaurant S Three Cheese Enchilada Casserole
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Minced Garlic Cloves
- Canola Oil
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- Cider Vinegar
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Ground Cumin
- Ground Coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Black Pepper
- Corn Tortillas
- Fresh Tomatoes
- Tomatoes
- Green Onion
- Black Olives
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Queso Blanco
- Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeño (seeded, if desired)
- 1 clove minced garlic
- Fresh Cilantro
- Sour cream (for garnish)
How to Make Beans Barley Restaurant S Three Cheese Enchilada Casserole
- **Make the Enchilada Sauce:**
- Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes). Do not let garlic burn.
- Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon oregano, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- **Assemble the Enchilada Casserole:**
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread 1 cup of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Layer approximately 6-8 corn tortillas (6-inch diameter), overlapping slightly to cover the bottom of the dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese.
- Reserve about 1 1/2 cups of the cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tortillas.
- Add 1/2 cup sliced green onions, 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes, and 1/4 cup sliced black olives over the cheese.
- Top with the remaining tortillas and the remaining enchilada sauce.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with the reserved cheese and remaining vegetables.
- Bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- **Make the Guacamole (while casserole bakes):**
- Mash 2 ripe avocados in a bowl until smooth.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeño (seeded, if desired), 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 cup diced tomato, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.
- Remove casserole from oven. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve garnished with sour cream and guacamole.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
32 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
42g
Carbs
8g