A delightful and easy-to-make layered tortilla casserole, perfect for a family dinner or a casual gathering.
Cook the ground turkey with the chopped onion and minced garlic in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until the turkey is browned and cooked through.
Ensure the turkey is fully cooked and no longer pink before proceeding.
Add the diced tomatoes, chili powder, and ground cumin to the skillet with the cooked turkey. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and chopped cilantro.
Mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed for a consistent flavor.
Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and place one tortilla at the bottom. Layer with half of the meat mixture, another tortilla, all of the cheese mixture, another tortilla, the remaining meat mixture, and finish with the last tortilla.
Press each layer gently to ensure the casserole is compact.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the final tortilla and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a golden-brown top, broil for an additional 2 minutes after baking.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Allowing the casserole to rest makes it easier to slice and serve.
