LAZY CHILES RELLENOS

Lazy Chiles Rellenos image

Provided by worldmom12

Categories Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 1 casserole, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (27 ounce) can green chilies, whole
3 cups monterey jack cheese, Grated
5 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Mix together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, paprika and cayenne.
Cut chilies in half and add a single layer of chilies on the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
Top chilies with half the grated cheese.
Repeat with another layer of chilies and another layer of cheese.
Pour egg mixture all over the top.
Place into a larger baking dish or rimmed baking sheet. Pour in 1/2 inch of water and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until completely set.
Cut into squares and serve with warm corn tortillas!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.1, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 142.3, Sodium 270.8, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 7.4, Protein 16.2