Delicious Mexican Egg Bake Recipe

This Mexican Egg Bake is a flavorful and satisfying brunch dish that combines the classic flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comfort of a baked casserole. It's made with layers of tortillas, spicy ground beef, cheesy eggs, and topped with fresh salsa and sour cream. This dish is perfect for a crowd and can be easily customized with your favorite ingredients. With a preparing time of around 45 minutes, this recipe is a great choice for a leisurely weekend brunch. Enjoy the taste of Mexico with this delicious and hearty casserole.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup salsa
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cooked ground beef. Stir well to combine.
4. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
5. Grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil. Arrange half of the tortillas in a single layer at the bottom of the dish.
6. Spread half of the ground beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, ground beef mixture, and cheese.
8. Pour the beaten eggs evenly over the top of the layers.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
11. Garnish the Mexican Egg Bake with salsa, sour cream, and chopped cilantro before serving.
12. Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

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