Frito pie (chili beans)

Frito pie is a popular dish in the Southern United States, especially in Texas, where it is often served at football games and festivals.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Frito pie (chili beans)

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 can Canned kidney beans
• 2 cup Fritos corn chips
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 tablespoon Sour cream
• 2 stalk Green onions

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic until beef is browned and onion is tender. Drain excess fat.
2. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.
3. Add diced tomatoes and kidney beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Spread half of the Fritos corn chips in the bottom of a baking dish. Top with half of the beef mixture. Repeat layers.
6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
7. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serve hot, topped with sour cream and green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.