Monterey Beans and Cheese
Get ready to elevate your Tex-Mex game with Monterey Beans and Cheese, a hearty and flavorful dish that’s as comforting as it is easy to make. This recipe combines tender pinto beans, tangy canned tomatoes, and zesty green chilies, all seasoned with fragrant cumin and chili powder for a punch of bold flavor. Sautéed onions and garlic form a savory base, while a generous layer of melted Monterey Jack cheese creates an irresistibly gooey, golden topping. Ready in just 35 minutes, this customizable dish can be served as a crowd-pleasing main or a satisfying side. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright finish, and pair it with warm tortillas, rice, or a crisp salad for the ultimate Southwestern-inspired meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or a casual gathering, Monterey Beans and Cheese is a comfort food classic that will leave everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: Monterey Beans and Cheese recipe, Tex-Mex dish, pinto beans recipe, cheesy skillet beans, easy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups pinto beans (cooked and drained)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
- 4 ounces chopped green chilies (canned)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and lightly golden.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the pinto beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and green chilies to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Preheat your oven’s broiler to high (or set it to 450°F/230°C if using a baking method).
Transfer the bean mixture into an oven-safe baking dish if not already in one.
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the beans.
Place the dish under the broiler and heat for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm as a side dish or main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.2 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3240 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.9 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.1 g | 225% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.7 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1662 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3703 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
