Quick Tamale Casserole
Tools Required:8-inch x 8-inch baking dish, knife and cutting board, grater
Servings Prep Time
6people 10minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
30minutes 5-10minutes to cool
Difficulty Cost
Easy! Inexpensive!
Servings Prep Time
6people 10minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
30minutes 5-10minutes to cool
Difficulty Cost
Easy! Inexpensive!
Garnish: (optional)
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray or rub oil on inside of 8-inch x 8-inch baking dish.
  2. Slice the polenta roll into 1/2-inch slices and layer on bottom of baking dish, overlapping or breaking the slices to make them all fit.
  3. Pour vegetarian chili evenly over polenta slices.
  4. Grate cheese and sprinkle 1 cup over chili.
  5. Pour salsa over the cheese, spreading out evenly.
  6. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top, then cover with remaining cheese.
  7. Slice jalapeño pepper, if using. Remove seeds for less heat. Sprinkle slices on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake in oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes. Cool about 5-10 minutes before serving.