Ingredients
– 3 flour tortillas (7-8 inches, whole wheat recommended)
– 1 cup salsa (fruity or spicy variety suggested)
– 15 ounces black beans (rinsed and drained)
– 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (drained)
– 1 ยฝ cups shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese
– ยผ cup chopped cilantro
– ยผ cup sliced green onion (plus extra for garnish)
– sour cream [optional toppings]
– guacamole [optional toppings]
– black olives [optional toppings]
Instructions
1-Getting started: Getting started with this cheesy burrito pie is as easy as layering your ingredients in a pan. Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F, which ensures even baking and melts the cheese just right. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process, making it simple even if youโre new to cooking.
2-First, place one flour tortilla in the bottom of an 8-9 inch round or square pan to create the base. Spread โ cup salsa evenly over the tortilla for a zesty foundation. Then, layer half of the black beans, half of the diced tomatoes, and ยฝ cup cheese on top, followed by 2 tablespoons each of chopped cilantro and sliced green onion.
3-Next, add the second flour tortilla and repeat the layering with the remaining beans, tomatoes, cheese, cilantro, and green onion. For the top, place the third tortilla and spread the remaining salsa, cheese, and green onion. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese melts perfectly.
4-After baking, let the pie set for about 10 minutes to hold its shape before serving. This allows the layers to firm up, making it easier to slice. Serve with optional toppings like sour cream and guacamole to add extra flair. For more baking inspiration, try our apple cranberry crisp for a fruity dessert side.
Last Step:
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๐ ๏ธ Prepare all ingredients ahead and set up an assembly line for faster layering.
๐พ Use whole wheat or low-carb tortillas to reduce carbohydrates while keeping the dish hearty.
โ๏ธ Assemble and freeze the pie (wrapped with foil and plastic) for up to 2 months; defrost overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 473
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 984 mg
- Fat: 19 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 52 grams
- Fiber: 13 grams
- Protein: 26 grams
- Cholesterol: 47 mg
