Polenta and Pinto Bean Pie

• precooked polenta↗1 package
• pinto beans↗1 can

  drained and rinsed

• salsa1 jar
• mild green chilies↗1 can
• chili powder↗1 tablespoon
• salt & pepper
• shredded cheddar cheese↗1 cup
• crushed tortilla chips1⁄2 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350.

2. 2

   Cut polenta into 1/2 inch slices and arrange in the bottom of a lightly oiled 9 or 10 inch square baking dish.

3. 3

   In a bowl, combine the pinto beans, salsa, chiles, chili powder, salt and pepper. Spread over polenta.

4. 4

   Top with cheese and tortilla chips, cover and bake 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Uncover and bake about 10 minutes more to brown the top.