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This dish has some of the wonderful flavors of Mexico and can be served as either a main course for Dinner or Brunch!

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time35 Min

Ready In50 MinDifficulty LevelEasy

Health IndexJust EnjoyServings6

CuisineMexicanCourseMain Dish

TasteSavourMethodBaked

Main IngredientGreen ChileInterest GroupEasy

Ingredients

	Corn tortillas	12 Medium (10 - 12 tortillas)
	Diced green chilies	8 Ounce (Two 4 oz Cans of Mild Diced Green Chilies)
	Sliced black olives	1 Can (10 oz)
	Jack cheese	8 Ounce, shredded, divided
	Eggs	4 Medium
	Buttermilk	2 Cup (32 tbs)
	Salt	To Taste
	Pepper	To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 481 Calories from Fat 203

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 25 g38.3%

Saturated Fat 9.3 g46.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 164.1 mg54.7%

Sodium 784.9 mg32.7%

Total Carbohydrates 45 g15.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g9%

Sugars 2.2 g

Protein 20 g40.3%

Vitamin A 19.8% Vitamin C 152.8%

Calcium 35.6% Iron 14.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Things You Will Need

1. 2 1/2 Quart Casserole dish or a 9" X 13" pan

Directions

GETTING READY
1. Preheat oven to 375 F.
2. Spray a 2 1/2 quart casserole or 9 x 13" pan with baking spray.

MAKING
3. Tear half of the tortillas (from a pack of 10 to 12 tortillas) into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly at the bottom of the baking dish.
4. On top of the tortillas, layer 1/2 of the chilis (one can out of the two), 1/2 the olives and 1/2 the cheese.
5. Repeat with a 2nd layer once again starting the broken tortillas finishing with the jack cheese on top. Set baking dish aside.
6. In a bowl, crack 4 eggs, pour the buttermilk into it, season with some salt and pepper. Whisk well to combine.
7. Slowly pour the egg mixture over the top of the ingredients in the casserole/baking dish.
8. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes in the preheated oven. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

SERVING
9. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with fresh salsa. You can also have some sour cream and guacamole too to go with it!

TIPS
When whisking the eggs and buttermilk mixture, you can add some tabasco or green jalapeno sauce, if desired.

Note:
Additional ingredients that can be added into the tortilla layers to bake are some cilantro, sliced scallions, other varieties of cheese like cheddar or pepper jack cheese or some diced cooked chicken.

Editors Review

Want a classic Mexican recipe that will all your guests asking for more? Then watch this video and learn to make baked tortillas that are Mexican in the truest sense of the word. Watch to know more!