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Easy Chilaquiles

Recipe from Maria Alfaro of Russellville, Ala.

Total Time: 30 min

1 large can of tomatoes
bag of tortilla chips
salt, pepper
1/2 green bell pepper
1 onion
garlic clove
2 tbs butter
1lb shredded mozarella cheese
left over cooked chicken or beef (chunks or shredded)
toppings ie sour cream, shredded lettuce, mexican cheese, jalapenos

1.  Place can of tomatoes, salt, pepper, green bell pepper, onion and garlic in blender, blend very well. 

2.  Cook in butter until it's boiling.  Lower heat, slowly add bag of tortilla strips and mix until all tortillas are moist.  Do not mix too much or it will be mushy. 

3.  Add mozarella cheese and chicken or beef.  Cover for a few minutes until cheese melts.  Serve and add your choice of toppings. 

Yield: 8 servings