Bean and Veggie Enchilada Casserole From the American Institute for Cancer Research
1 medium bell pepper, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1 can (14 oz.) black beans, not drained 1 can (14 oz.) pinto beans, not drained 1 package (16 oz.) frozen corn, thawed 1 can (28 oz.) puréed or crushed tomatoes 1 Tbsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. ground cumin Dash of Tabasco, or to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 12 corn tortillas 1 cup grated lowfat Jack cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large saucepan, sauté bell pepper, onion and garlic in oil for five minutes. Add beans, corn, tomatoes and all seasonings, including salt and pepper if desired. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
Assemble casserole in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Cover bottom with one-third of bean mixture. Layer six tortillas on top of beans. Repeat once more, then end with bean mixture on top. Sprinkle cheese over the casserole and bake until hot and bubbly, about 30-40 minutes.
Serves 6-8, with 316 calories and 7 grams fat per serving. |