7-Layer Meatless Tortilla Pie

There's no rule that says you always have to eat meat at dinner. This
outstanding tortilla pie doesn't have an ounce of meat--and you won't
miss it at all. It's just that satisfying.

7-Layer Meatless Tortilla Pie
from Campbell's Kitchen

Prep Time: 20 min. Bake Time: 40 min.

2 cans (about 15 ounces each ) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup Pace(R) Picante Sauce
1/4 tsp. garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 can (about 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small tomato, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
7 flour tortillas (8-inch)
8 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)

Directions:
Mash the pinto beans in a medium bowl with a fork. Stir in 3/4 cup
picante sauce and the garlic powder.
Stir the remaining picante sauce, cilantro, black beans and tomato in a
medium bowl.
Place 1 tortilla onto a baking sheet. Spread 3/4 cup pinto bean mixture
over the tortilla to within 1/2-inch of the edge. Top with 1/4 cup
cheese. Top with 1 tortilla and 2/3 cup black bean mixture. Top with 1/4
cup cheese. Repeat the layers twice more. Top with the remaining
tortilla and spread with the remaining pinto bean mixture. Cover with
aluminum foil.
Bake at 400 degreesF. for 40 minutes or until the filling is hot.
Uncover the pie. Top with the remaining cheese. Cut the pie into 6
wedges. Serve with additional picante sauce and sprinkle with additional
cilantro, if desired. Serves 6.

Kitchen Clip:
If you like spicy food, stir some minced jalapeno into the Pace(R)
Picante Sauce and garlic powder.
Received on Wed Nov 4 14:56:41 2009