by A. L. Sugden

Created on: August 06, 2008

My best friend gave me this recipe when we were both new to cooking for our men. The first time I tasted it at her house, I went back for seconds and thirds. It was so good I just had to have the recipe. When she gave me the recipe, I was shocked at how quick and easy this fantastic meal was. Now when I want a cheap, quick and easy Mexican meal, this is what I make.

FACTS
Preheat oven to 350
Prep time: 5-10 minutes
Bake time: 15 minutes
Need: 9x9 casserole dish
Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS
3 flour tortillas
1 can refried beans
1/2 pound ground beef (or 1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded)
1 small onion, chopped (sauted if preferred)
1 can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups mild salsa
2 cups cheddar cheese

PREPARE
1. Saut onions, if desired. Brown ground beef. Set aside.

2. Place flour tortilla in 9x9 casserole dish. Add half of the refried beans, salsa and cheese. Add second tortilla, beef, onion and kidney beans. Add third tortilla and the last of the refried beans, salsa, and cheese.

BAKE
Bake in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.

TIP
You can also add black olives, chopped bell peppers, chopped tomatoes, Mexican rice or jalapeno peppers, just be sure to reduce the amounts of some of the ingredients to be sure you have room in your casserole dish. Try serving with sour cream, guacamole and white cheese sauce to drizzle on top.

I love this recipe because it's very easy and fast. My husband loves this recipe because it's weighty and full of good flavor. It's definitely a keeper.

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