Chile Relleno and Bean Crock Pot Enchiladas

marna's Note:

This is a great crowd pleaser even though it is meatless- every time I make this I am asked for the recipe.

• Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 6 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

Bean Mixture

• 2 (15 ounce) cans beans, drained and rinsed black (any whole bean of choice)
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 teaspoon salt-free fajita seasoning mix
• 3/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Sauce

• 1 (15 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (any spiciness you like)
• 1 (15 ounce) can green enchilada sauce

Additional ingredients

• 1 (20 ounce) can whole anaheim chilies (drained)
• 2 cups shredded cheese (any type you like)
• 12 corn tortillas

Directions:

1. In a small 31/2 to 4 quart crock pot- spray with a non-stick spray and start to layer ingredients in order.
2. sauce( enough to cover bottom).
3. Corn tortillas, torn up in big chunks, to.
4. cover bottom.
5. bean mixture to cover.
6. shredded cheese, to cover.
7. whole chiles, to cover.
8. Sauce.
9. Continue to layer in order until you reach the top of the crock pot.
10. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, high 3-4.
11. For a large group, double and use a 5-6 quart crock pot.