This simple vegetarian recipe requires only a handful of ingredients to create a flavorful meal that can be served piping hot out of the oven or cooled and refrigerated for dinner another night.
![Chile Relleno Casserole](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/a8c1bd28-9838-4087-8a74-bf35a25684e5.jpg)
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Things You'll Need
5 eggs
12 ounce can evaporated milk, (1)
10 ounce can enchilada sauce, (1)
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon paprika
Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
16 green chiles (5-5.75 cans of whole chiles)
![Ingredients for chile relleno casserole.](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/b3493802-8eb6-4ce6-b1b8-6ec455cdac74.jpg)
Combine Your Ingredients
Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk until frothy. Add the milk, enchilada sauce, paprika, cayenne (if using) and salt.
![Wet ingredients for chile relleno casserole](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/de5f933f-d079-453c-b279-661b35c9a771.jpg)
Prep the Chiles
If your chiles are whole, open them with a knife and scrape out any seeds. Flatten them out by cutting one side with a knife or pulling them apart with your fingers.
![whole chiles](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/8b4210ba-543c-431c-84de-8996fabf59b6.jpg)
Tip
Chopped green chiles would work in a pinch.
Add the Flour
Whisk in the flour, which will give the dish a little firmness and substance. Whisk quickly until the flour is incorporated.
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![flour](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/db58d3c4-db08-47fd-a25c-14bc080e10b1.jpg)
Layer the Casserole
Arrange chiles in a single layer on the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch pan. Alternate ends so the chiles fit together in a straight line.
![chiles in a pan](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/e30c470a-835a-4dc4-b6c0-e9ec1a0fb3f8.jpg)
Add half of the Monterey jack cheese in a layer over the chiles.
![cheese on chiles](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/1814f3b0-e1ac-4402-b026-7ed0f8e7a5ba.jpg)
Repeat: Add one more layer of chiles and then one more layer of cheese.
Then pour your entire egg mixture over the top.
![Egg mixture](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/cc6687e7-41ed-4caa-8260-3c8b97cdd537.jpg)
Bake & Serve
Bake the casserole for about 45 minutes at 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
![casserole ready to bake](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/71b7da40-74ce-4704-b249-f00f7a112fbf.jpg)
Serve immediately, along with warm flour tortillas, or cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
![Hot chile relleno casserole.](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/2e305ac5-e2f6-42e0-9f44-ab71632e90b8.jpg)
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