Sweet Potato Black Bean Casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400ºF. Spray an 8 x 8 baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine diced sweet potato (that has been slightly softened), black beans, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, chili powder, garlic salt, and cinnamon. Alternatively, you can sauté the onion and bell pepper before adding it to the sweet potato mixture.

Step 3

Spread ½ cup salsa on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange a tortilla on top, ripping into strips to get the right fit. Spoon a large layer of sweet potato/black bean mixture over tortilla strips. Spread the remaining ½ cup salsa over the sweet potato/black bean layer.

Step 4

Add one more layer of tortillas and then add the rest of the sweet potato/black bean mixture over the tortilla layer. Top with cheese, if using.

Step 5

Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes and until cheese is melted and top is slightly browned. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into squares and serve. Top with additional salsa, cilantro, and/or avocado, if desired.

Step 6

Enjoy! I know you will!