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Enchilada Casserole

Ingredients

1. 1 lb lean ground beef
2. 1    (1 small) cup chopped peeled – onion
3. 2    clove garlic, finely chopped
4. 2    (10-oz.) cans Ortega® – Enchilada Sauce with Green – Chiles & Onion
5. 1    (2 1/2-oz.) can sliced ripe – olives, divided
6. 10    (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut – in half,divided
7. 2    (8-oz.) cups shredded cheddar – cheese, divided

Preparation method

1. Preheat oven to 375º F. Grease bottom of 9-inch-square baking dish.
2. Combine beef, onion and garlic in large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes or until beef is no longer pink.
3. Stir in enchilada sauce and 1/4 cup olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes.
4. Layer half of tortillas on bottom of prepared baking dish. Cover with half of beef mixture; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers; cover.
5. Bake for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake for additional 5 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with remaining olives and green onions.

Note: A savory pan of cheese-rich Enchilada Casserole make for a delicious family dish on a busy weeknight. Toss a green salad together while this casserole is baking and serve with a bowl of fluffy rice.