Ingredients
Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 can (7 oz) diced green chilies or 4–5 roasted Anaheim peppers
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese
Egg Batter:
5 large eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
1½ cups milk
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain fat and stir in seasonings.
Layer chilies on the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle half the cheese over.
Add meat mixture. Top with remaining cheese and another layer of chilies.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, eggs, and milk until smooth.
Pour egg mixture over the casserole evenly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until puffed and golden.
Let rest 10 minutes. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, or salsa.
Notes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6–8
Category: Dinner, Casserole
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Mexican-Inspired