Tamale Casserole

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Here's a great recipe that's quick to make, but not short on taste. Canned beef tamales with onions and Cheddar. Mmmm!

close up view of a Tamale Casserole with cheese and avocados on top in a glass baking dish
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans beef tamales

  • 2 bunches green onions, chopped

  • 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 3 cups crushed tortilla chips

  • 2 (16 ounce) cans chili without beans

  • 1 tablespoon water

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Unwrap tamales and cut into thick chunks. Place a portion of the chopped tamales in the bottom of a 2 quart casserole dish. Then layer the onions, cheese, tortilla chips and chili without beans.

  3. Repeat this until all ingredients are used, topping off with cheese and chips. Then sprinkle with the water.

  4. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

680 Calories
42g Fat
48g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 680
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42g 54%
Saturated Fat 19g 93%
Cholesterol 93mg 31%
Sodium 1544mg 67%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 8g 30%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 425mg 33%
Iron 6mg 33%
Potassium 589mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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