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Baked Iguana Casserole

Name: Baked Iguana Casserole
Cook time: 1 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded, cooked iguana; 1 onion, diced; 2 cups mixed vegetables (corn, peppers); 1 cup crema or light béchamel; 1 cup grated cheese; Salt, pepper, cumin to taste; Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for topping

Comfort casserole with shredded iguana, vegetables, and baked topping.

Medium

1 hour 10 min

Serves 6

Recipe Source: Adapted by Iguana Recipes (original compilation)

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Ingredients

•3 cups shredded, cooked iguana
•1 onion, diced
•2 cups mixed vegetables (corn, peppers)
•1 cup crema or light béchamel
•1 cup grated cheese
•Salt, pepper, cumin to taste
•Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for topping

Instructions

1
Combine shredded iguana, onion (sautéed), vegetables, crema, half the cheese; season.
2
Spread in baking dish; top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.
3
Bake at 375°F for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
4
Rest 10 minutes; serve.

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