Chiles rellenos casserole

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cansWhole green chili peppers*
3cupsSharp Cheddar cheese**
4eachesGreen onions, sliced
3cupsShredded mozzarella cheese
6eachesEggs
4cupsMilk
¾cupAll-purpose flour
¼teaspoonSalt
2cansGreen chili salsa

Directions

* 7 oz. cans **shredded (approx. 12 oz.) Split chili peppers lengthwise and remove seeds and pith. Spread chilies in a single layer in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Sprinkle Cheddar cheese, green onions, and 1-½ cups of the mozzarella cheese over chilies. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, flour, and salt together until smooth. Pour over chilies and cheese. Bake in a 325 degrees oven for 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in custard comes out clean.

Meanwhile, mix salsa with the remaining 1-½ cups mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle over casserole and return to oven for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Per Serving: 33 grams protein, 22 grams carbohydrate, 271 milligrams cholesterol, 490 calories.