Huevos Rancheros Casserole Bake (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
03 - 1 serrano pepper, finely chopped (optional, for heat)
04 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

→ Beans & Sauces

05 - 1 can (425 g) pinto beans, drained
06 - 480 ml ranchero sauce or tomato sauce or fire-roasted tomatoes

→ Base & Dairy

07 - 10 corn tortillas
08 - 200 g shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack or a mix)

→ Eggs

09 - 6 large eggs

→ Cooking Essentials

10 - 15 ml olive oil
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings (optional, as desired)

13 - Chili flakes
14 - Sliced avocado
15 - Sliced fresh jalapeño or serrano peppers
16 - Pico de gallo
17 - Chopped fresh herbs (such as coriander or parsley)
18 - Crumbled white cheese (such as queso fresco or feta)
19 - Sour cream

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add onion, jalapeños, and serrano pepper (if using) and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add drained pinto beans and ranchero sauce to the pan. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavours, stirring occasionally.
04 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Layer 5 corn tortillas at the base of the skillet or a lightly oiled large baking dish.
05 - Spread half the bean and sauce mixture over the tortillas, then scatter half the shredded cheese on top.
06 - Place the remaining 5 tortillas over the cheese, then top with the remaining bean and sauce mixture and the rest of the cheese.
07 - Use the back of a spoon to create 6 shallow indentations in the top layer.
08 - Crack one egg into each indentation, spacing them evenly.
09 - Transfer to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
10 - Remove from oven and garnish with desired toppings such as chili flakes, sliced avocado, fresh herbs, pico de gallo, crumbled cheese, and sour cream. Serve hot.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - For a spicier casserole, include more serrano peppers or top with extra chili flakes.
02 - Indenting the top layer before adding eggs prevents them from spreading to the pan's edges.
03 - This dish works well for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying dinner.
04 - Swap pinto beans for black beans or use refried beans for variation.
05 - Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat before serving.

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