TEX-MEX CHEESE STRATA

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Tortilla chips add a little fun to this south-of-the-border brunch. For a spicier taste, substitute pepper Jack for the Monterey Jack cheese. -Vickie Lowrey, Fallon, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 cups coarsely crushed nacho tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained
3 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

Arrange tortilla chips in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with cheese and set aside. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, onion, chilies, ketchup and hot pepper sauce; pour over cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 195mg cholesterol, Sodium 563mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.