Chilaquiles

Chilaquiles are a great way to use leftovers. And after my Superbowl party yesterday, I have a lot of leftovers that need to be used up. So I have some cooked steak, tortilla chips, bean dip, salsas and cheese. Here’s how to turn this into a delicious homestyle casserole dish, very similar to enchiladas. This is a rustic, rural Mexican dish and is often served with eggs at breakfast. You can use chicken or pork or any leftover meat. The idea is to use the leftovers and not cook this fresh. I even have a corn salsa leftover to serve as a side dish for a complete meal. In a baking dish (I use a 9 x 9 square as there are only 2 of us) spray it with a good vegetable spray or olive oil spray. Add a thin layer of salsa. Add a layer of leftover tortilla chips. Add a layer of beans or bean dip, or guacamole. Feel creative. Add a layer of shredded cheese. Add a layer of shredded meat. Repeat layers until filled. Press down on the layers. Add remaining salsa on top and a final layer of cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until hot and bubbling, about 20-30 minutes. Remove and let stand for about 10 -15 minutes before serving.