First tried this at my friend’s party, and I wasted no time in asking for the recipe

Chile Rellenos Casserole is a delightful dish that brings the authentic flavors of Mexican cuisine to your table. In this article, we’ll provide a simple step-by-step guide to crafting this mouthwatering casserole, along with a table of ingredients for easy reference.

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Ingredients:

Ingredients Quantity
Large poblano peppers 7
Milk 1.5 cups
Large eggs 5
Freshly shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2 cups
Freshly shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup
All-purpose flour 3 tablespoons
Baking powder 1 teaspoon
Garlic powder and onion powder 1/4 teaspoon each of garlic
Salt and pepper To taste

Instructions:

1. Preparing Poblano Peppers

  • Preheat the broiler, positioning the rack 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Place peppers on the sheet and broil for 10-15 minutes until the skins char.
  • Let peppers steam in a sealed bag for 10 minutes, then peel, deseed, and remove stems.

2. Assembling the Casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
  • Arrange half of the chiles in the dish.
  • Layer with 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup of cheddar. Repeat.

3. Whisking the Perfect Mixture

  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Baking to Golden Perfection

  • Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the casserole dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Serving Suggestions

  • Allow the casserole to cool before slicing.
  • Serve squares with sour cream, salsa, and cilantro.

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