Easy Mexican style breakfast

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are convenient and affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Bell peppers provide sweetness without the heat.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add jalapeños and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Layer tortillas in a greased baking dish, covering the bottom.

Spread black beans over the tortillas, followed by the sautéed vegetables.

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers.

Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until set and golden.

Let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Garnish with avocado, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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