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Tortilla pie

Recipe Information

Description:
Tortilla pie is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 40 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 55 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 40 Minutes
Total Time 55 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Cheese; Tortillas; Beans
Category Beans & Legumes; Dairy; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained, rinsed, and mashed

  • 1 cup salsa, divided

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes

  • 7 (8 inch) flour tortillas

  • 2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

  • Salsa

  • Low-fat sour cream

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 400°F.

  • Add 3/4 cup salsa and the minced garlic to the mashed pinto beans in a small bowl.

  • In a separate bowl, combine the remaining salsa, cilantro, black beans, and chopped tomatoes.

  • Put 1 tortilla in a pie plate. Spread 3/4 cup of the pinto bean mixture over the tortilla and top with 1/4 cup cheese. Cover with another tortilla and top with 2/3 cup black bean mixture and 1/4 cup cheese. Repeat this layering until ingredients run out.

  • Cover the pie with foil and bake for 40 minutes.

  • Let cool and cut into wedges. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 405 cal

  • Total fat: 18g

  • Saturated fat: 6g

  • Cholesterol: 16mg

  • Sodium: 250mg

  • Potassium: 75mg

  • Carbohydrate: 35g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 15g