7-Layer Tortilla Pie

This was a great recipe! It involves a lot of chopping though, so be prepared to spend some time in preparation. But it's worth the time! 

Ingredients:

-1 (15 oz) can fat free refried beans

-1 cup salsa

-2 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro (we used a lot more... like a cup more)

-1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed

-1 can diced tomatoes (you can use the ones with green chiles too)

- 7 flour tortillas

-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

 Garnish with: -olives, sour cream, more salsa, ranch, lemon or lime juice, etc.

Directions: 

-In large bowl, combine and mix refried beans, 3/4 cups salsa, and garlic

-In separate bowl, combine  and mix 1/4 cup salsa, cilantro, black beans, and tomatoes

-Place 1 tortilla in a pie plate. Spread with 3/4 cup refried bean mixture over tortilla to with in 1/2" of edge. Top with 1/4 cups cheese. 

-Cover with another tortilla, spread 2/3 cup black bean mixture and top with 1/4 cup cheese. Repeat layering until all or most of ingredients are used. Cover top tortilla with remaining cheese. 

-Cover with foil. Bake at 400* for 40 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.