This is sooooo good. Chiles Rellenos are not a real picante' (hot) dish and they are ever so good. Putting Chiles Rellenos in a casserole like this was a terrific idea by whoever came up with this recipe originally.
Chiles Rellenos Casserole
Serves 4 to 6
2 Tbl. vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 New Mexican green chiles, roasted, peeled, stems removed
1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, cut in strips
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
3 eggs
1/4 cup flour
3/4 cup milk
1/4 tsp. salt
Saute the onion and garlic in the oil until soft, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and reserve. Cut a slit down the side of each chile and carefully remove the seeds. Gently stuff each chile with the cheese strips. Lay the chiles side by side in a greased 9-x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle them with the cheddar cheese. Beat the eggs with the flour until smooth. Add the milk, salt and onion mixture and mix well. Carefully pour this mixture over the chiles. Bake, uncovered, for 35 minutes at 350 degrees or until a knife inserted in the custard top comes out clean and the casserole is lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting it with a very sharp knife.
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We love Mexican Food and I have had these from time to time when we have been out. Never made them at home. I've printed out your recipe and we'll give them a try. Sounds delicious. Thank you!
Robert AKA: EEEEZY
You can't get us confused. I'm also "Nice", but NYYYCE is Never "Easy"!
We've been making this for years, it is a wonderful recipe. It makes a great breakfast casserole also. Prepare it the night before, and bake it in the oven in the morning. Serve with eggs, bacon, ham or sausage and fruit.
Jim4me,
How do you roast the chiles? Till they're black? And, have you ever tried to spice it up and make it hot? I'm going to make this for 3 upcoming events!! Thanks.
To blacken the chilies or not is a matter of preference and taste. I like them both ways. The skins will peel off so if you get a little char it won't hurt.
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