Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 teaspoon salt2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 cup 4% cottage cheese1 large egg, beaten1 package (10 ounces) corn tortillas (6 inches), torn into pieces
Preparation
In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, enchilada sauce, olives and salt. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and egg. Set aside. Spread one-third of the meat mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover with half of the tortillas; spread with half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with the meat mixture.
Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
