Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole

This Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole is a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that combines roasted poblano peppers, ground beef, and cheese into a flavorful and satisfying casserole. It is a perfect comfort food for a hearty dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. The dish is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings and spices. Serve it with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 4 large poblano peppers
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup enchilada sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapenos

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the skins are blistered and charred. Remove from the oven and let cool.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the onion is softened and the spices are fragrant.
4. Preheat the broiler.
5. While the beef is cooking, carefully remove the skins from the roasted poblano peppers. Cut a small slit lengthwise in each pepper and remove the seeds and membranes.
6. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce. Stuff each poblano pepper with a generous amount of the ground beef mixture and place them in the baking dish.
7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the peppers, making sure to cover them completely. Top with shredded cheese.
8. Place the baking dish under the broiler for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the broiler and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and any optional toppings of your choice. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

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