Casseroles

Sweet Potato, Quinoa, and Black Bean Enchilada Casserole

Susan Tea
July 18, 2013
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I am a huge fan of sweet potatoes, to say the least, so it always baffles me that my kids aren't fans. They did come from me, after all. Granny even thinks sweet potatoes are pretty tasty little buggers, so it baffles me even more that the kids don't like them. Especially since the kids think Granny is so incredibly cool. My 11 year old has even informed me that she likes her Granny more than she likes me. According to the 11 year old, her Papa is #1 on her "like" list w

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1 cup quinoa
2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable for a vegetarian version)
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2 large sweet potatoes (about 4 cups), cubed and boiled until tender
1 cup onion, diced
2 cups red enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
9 corn tortillas, torn into about 8 pieces each
2 cups shredded cheese (I used Colby Jack)
Combine quinoa and chicken broth in a medium sized pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, or until all the broth has been absorbed. In a large bowl combine all...
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Nutritions

Calories
660

Sodium
532mg
22% DV

Fat
12g
18% DV

Protein
34g
69% DV

Carbs
104g
35% DV

Fiber
21g
85% DV

Vegetarian