ENCHILADA CASSEROLE ...p74

Despite a massive lunch buffet at the critic's favorite Chinese restaurant,  her insistence she couldn't eat a bit of dinner, and her blessing upon my sister to proxy as critic for this meal, Nana couldn't resist asking for "just a little" after hearing Lee's "oh, this is a Yum for sure!"

The critic then echoed that verdict.

Product of USA

I really enjoyed making this casserole - it was very easy, despite tearing into bite-size pieces 20 tortillas, which I think can be tapered down into halves or quarters without sacrificing texture.  I've noticed many recipes don't clarify the can size to use - if you're authoring a recipe, be sure to include these little details.  I initially thought, "sheesh, that's not much liquid....the tortillas are going to be tough...am I supposed to use the large can of enchilada sauce?"  I opted for the 10 oz. can of sauce and the 4 oz. chilies - in fact, the casserole's consistency was perfect, loaded with lots of cheese!  Top it off with some sour cream, diced avocados and some pico de gallo and you have a fiesta!

Hardy Appetit!

Chicken Enchilada Casserole ...p57

What's in my freezer?  Chicken.  What's in my fridge?  Tortillas.  Typical Texan (no, no, no - I hear ya!  Beef!)

Either way, I found a recipe for which I had all the ingredients WITHOUT going to the store. 
I must admit I have made this recipe a gazillion times - it's truly an old standby in our house, but a worthy favorite.  It's relatively quick, easy, feeds a crowd, but is yummy.  IMHO.  Check out the recipe for Nana's (INHO).

Changes I made?  Corn tortillas - mixed opinions in our house.  Some like corn, others flour.  I do like to pour a bit of sauce on the bottom of the pan before adding the first layer though, as sometimes I've had the bottom layer tough.  I have never let it "marinate" overnight and omitted this step again.....so perhaps that is my real problem with the bottom layer?  Whatcha think, Kimber? No doubt the kitty wanted some........

My daughters informed me that my favorite local antique store was closing down and everything was marked way down; so, between the daily activities, we managed to run down there where I scored a cute copper heart mold for $2.00.  It was a nice touch to my valentine theme.

Hardy Appetit!