This casserole is also great when made with fresh green chiles. Makes a wonderful brunch dish, but we also have it for lunch quite often.
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::30 mins
Total Time::40 mins
Servings::8
Yield::1 (8×12-inch) casserole
Ingredients
2 (7 ounce) cans whole green chile peppers, drained
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
⅓ cup milk
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8×12-inch baking dish.
Line the bottom of dish with green chiles. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Repeat layers twice more. In a medium bowl, whisk together milk and eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over chiles and cheese.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until filling is set. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.