Tamale Casserole

Canned beef tamales are cut into chunks and combined in a casserole with onion, cheese, tortilla chips and (beanless) chili. These are baked for 40 to 45 minutes.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 680 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon water
• 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 bunches green onions, chopped
• 2 (15 ounce) cans beef tamales
• 3 cups crushed tortilla chips
• 2 (16 ounce) cans chili without beans

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Unwrap tamales and cut into thick chunks. Place a portion of the chopped tamales in the bottom of a 2 quart casserole dish. Then layer the onions, cheese, tortilla chips and chili without beans.

Step 3

Repeat this until all ingredients are used, topping off with cheese and chips. Then sprinkle with the water.

Step 4

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes.