A delightful layered tortilla bake featuring spinach, cheese, and a flavorful egg mixture, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
Place the spinach in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 2 minutes until wilted.
Covering the spinach helps retain moisture and speeds up wilting.
Let the spinach cool, then squeeze out excess liquid and chop coarsely.
Removing excess liquid prevents the dish from becoming soggy.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Whisking thoroughly ensures a uniform mixture.
Place one tortilla at the bottom of the prepared pan. Layer with half the spinach, a sprinkle of cheese, and another tortilla. Repeat the layers, finishing with a tortilla on top.
Press down gently after each layer to compact the ingredients.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered tortillas.
Pour slowly to ensure even distribution.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until set. Then, broil for 1 minute to brown the top.
Keep an eye on the broiling step to avoid burning.
Let the bake cool for 5 minutes, then invert onto a cutting board and slice into wedges.
Cooling slightly helps the layers set for easier slicing.