Chile Relleno Puff

Directions

1. 1
   Arrange half of the chiles in bottom of well-greased 9-inch baking dish.
2. 2
   Top with half of the tortilla strips and half of the cheese.
3. 3
   Arrange tomato slices on top of cheese layer.
4. 4
   Repeat layers with remaining chiles, tortillas and cheese.
5. 5
   Beat together the eggs, milk, cumin, garlic, onion, salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Pour over tortilla mixture.
7. 7
   Sprinkle lightly with paprika or mild chili powder.
8. 8
   Bake, uncovered, at 350° for about 40 minutes until puffy and center is set.
9. 9
   Allow to stand about 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
10. 10
    Serves 6 to 8.
11. 11
    Serves 10 to 12 if using a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.