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This combination of eggs, cheese, chiles and salsa will be a hit! As a dinner entrée, finish it off with a side of Ortega Refried Beans and refreshing Libbys Kerns Nectar.

Southwestern Quiche

1/2 cup chopped green or red bell pepper
1 (4-ounce) can ORTEGA® Diced Green Chiles
2 green onions, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided use
12 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup (8-ounces) sour cream
1/2 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1 chopped fresh cilantro, for topping
ORTEGA Salsa - Thick & Chunky (Medium), for topping

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
2. Sprinkle bell pepper, chiles and green onions onto bottom of baking dish. Top with 1 1/2-cups cheese.
3. Whisk eggs, sour cream and evaporated milk in a medium bowl. Pour over vegetables and cheese in baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese.
4. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack for 5 minutes. Top with topping; season with salt.

Makes 12 servings.

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