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Tortilla Pie with Ground Beef, Tomato, and Cheddar Recipe

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This savory Tortilla Pie layers seasoned ground beef and diced tomatoes between soft flour tortillas, then bakes it to perfection with a melted cheddar cheese topping and a fresh parsley garnish. A comforting, easy-to-make dish combining Tex-Mex flavors with a hearty, baked presentation perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

Meat and Vegetables

  • 8 oz 85% lean ground beef
  • 2 oz onion, diced
  • 6 oz tomato, diced
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Hunt’s tomato paste
  • 1 cup homemade tomato sauce
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Other Ingredients

  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 3 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the tomato: Half the tomato lengthwise, remove the stem and seeds, then cut into 1/4 inch strips followed by small cubes for even cooking and texture in the pie.
  2. Dice the onion: Slice the onion vertically and horizontally close to the root to maintain structure, then slice through for small, even cubes that will sauté nicely.
  3. Peel and mince the garlic: Remove the root ends from garlic cloves and smash to peel off skins easily, then finely mince the cloves for a flavorful base.
  4. Chop the parsley: Finely chop fresh parsley to garnish and add freshness to the finished dish.
  5. Saute the onion, garlic, and thyme: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion, minced garlic, and thyme; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and softened.
  6. Add the ground beef: Add the lean ground beef to the skillet, stir-frying for 3 minutes until browned and crumbled evenly.
  7. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, flour, and seasonings: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, flour, paprika, black pepper, salt, and oregano; cook for 2 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken the mixture.
  8. Add tomato sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce, stir well, and cook for 1 more minute before removing from heat to maintain a balanced sauce consistency.
  9. Assemble and bake the tortilla pie: In a 9-inch baking pan, layer one flour tortilla, then one-third of the beef sauce; repeat until all tortillas and sauce are used. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20 minutes to set the layers and heat through.
  10. Add cheese topping and continue baking: Remove the pie from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top, then bake at 425°F for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top of the hot pie for color and freshness before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeño with the garlic and onions.
  • Use a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet to prevent the beef mixture from sticking during sautéing.
  • Allow the tortilla layers to soak up the sauce slightly before baking for better texture.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Cheddar cheese can be substituted with Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend.

Find it online: https://marthatasty.com/tortilla-pie-with-ground-beef-tomato-and-cheddar-recipe/