Quick Chile Relleno Casserole

8 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 (4 ounce) can whole green chilies
  • 1/2 lb monterey jack cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) can marinara sauce (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Remove seeds and pith from green chiles.
  2. 2
    Cut the jack cheese into large slices and divide evenly between the chiles, folding or tucking the cheese inside.
  3. 3
    Butter (or spray with Pam) a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish and arrange the chiles side by side on the bottom.
  4. 4
    With an electric mixer, beat eggs until thick and foamy.
  5. 5
    Add milk, flour and baking powder and beat until smooth.
  6. 6
    Pour egg mixture over the chiles and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.
  7. 7
    Bake, uncovered, in a 375F oven for about 30 minutes or until casserole is puffed and appears set when gently shaken.
  8. 8
    Just before casserole is ready, heat marinara sauce to pour over individual servings if so desired.

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