Stuffed Chili Rellenos

8 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 can green chili peppers ortega, whole
  • 1 x monterey jack cheese grated
  • 6 ounces crab meat cooked, diced
  • 1/2 pound cheddar cheese, very old, sharp grated
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk whole
  • 1 tablespoon biscuit baking mix (bisquick) heaping
  • 1 teaspoon flour, all-purpose for dusting cheeses

Directions

  1. 1
    Drain the chilies.
  2. 2
    Plan about 4 per person.
  3. 3
    Open each chili flat.
  4. 4
    In the bottom of a well buttered glass oven dish; place a layer of chilies.
  5. 5
    Dust the jack cheese with a small amount of flour.
  6. 6
    Mix together the crab and/or shrimp with the Jack cheese.
  7. 7
    Place a thin layer of this mix over the bottom layer of chilies.
  8. 8
    Place another layer of chilies on top and repeat process ending with a top layer of chilies.
  9. 9
    Cook in a 375 degree F oven for 7 to 10 minutes; uncovered.
  10. 10
    Remove from oven and reduce heat to 300F (150C).
  11. 11
    Mix together the batter--you may have to double the batter to be sure you cover the dish well--and pour over the chilies.
  12. 12
    Add the cheddar cheese and cook, COVERED, slowly in a 300F (150C) oven until done.
  13. 13
    You will know it is done when a knife inserted in the middle comes out relatively clean.
  14. 14
    If the center does not set up completely after about 30 minutes, don't worry just serve it up with a salad and, I like corn with it.

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