*Kearstin*

pondering_gal

When you make the burrito casserole, what do you have as your sides, if any?

I want to make it this week, but am drawing a blank on what to have with it that would be good.

Tisharp

I know I'm not Kearstin, but I make a similar enchilada casserole, and when I do, we usually either just have tortilla chips with it (if I'm lazy and in a hurry) or we have mexican rice (ick!) and/or corn with it.

MC22

I also know I'm not Kearstin, but I am nosy...

I actually just got back from the grocery store to pick up the ingredients for this.  I was thinking of Spanish rice, but I really don't like it.  So we are going to have zucchini with it.  Not that it "goes" but I like it, and it's healthy.

I like Tisha's idea of using tortilla chips, too.

Oh, and I wish I would've gotten some bell peppers to add to the meat and onion.  I thought about it as I was pulling into my driveway.

pondering_gal

LOL I like that you both pointed out you weren't Kearstin

Any input is welcome!! And thanks for the suggestions! I'm fine with it solo, but DH needs a side with his meal.

MC22

I kind of feel the same way as your husband.  I don't like to just have one thing...even if I'm not very hungry, I will still prepare something to go with a meal.  It's weird.

Xan921

I suggest corn casserole...it's really easy and super yummy.

http://www.food.com/recipe/jiffy-corn-casserole-5-ingredients-easy-delicious-313521

MC22

Oh, Xan, where were you before I went to the grocery store???  That sounds SO good!

What do you usually serve it with?  Maybe I can make it tomorrow night

ETA: I like how this post is called *Kearstin* yet Megan has posted more than anyone else.  Sorry!!!

Xan921

MC22:

Oh, Xan, where were you before I went to the grocery store???  That sounds SO good!

What do you usually serve it with?  Maybe I can make it tomorrow night

ETA: I like how this post is called *Kearstin* yet Megan has posted more than anyone else.  Sorry!!!

Stupid work taking over my nesting time lol. 

I usually make it when I make burritos or tacos or anything mexican (they typically serve little sides of it at mexican restaurants).  I also make it when I make chili or pulled bbq chicken sandwiches and use as it as 'bbq joint' type side.  I also don't put in the sour cream...I feel like it makes it too soft, I like it a little bit more stiff but it's delicious either way.

Mia2700

This whole post makes me lol. 

If we are feeling healthy, I make sweet white corn with green and red peppers chopped up in it.  If we are eating like we normally do, I make guac (4 avocados, 1 beefstake tomato, 1/2 sweet onion, 1 cup cilantro, 1 lime juiced, then I add a little salt) and we dip tortilla chips in that.... and end up dipping the chips in the casserole before the end of the night!

MC22

kearstin1218:

This whole post makes me lol. 

If we are feeling healthy, I make sweet white corn with green and red peppers chopped up in it.  If we are eating like we normally do, I make guac (4 avocados, 1 beefstake tomato, 1/2 sweet onion, 1 cup cilantro, 1 lime juiced, then I add a little salt) and we dip tortilla chips in that.... and end up dipping the chips in the casserole before the end of the night!

I'm still stalking this post...

I got lazy and did not cook the zucchini that I originally was planning to serve with this.  Instead, I bought made-in-store guacamole and we ate that with the casserole (but no chips, because naturally I wouldn't have planned for that!).

Anyway, it was awesome, and I very much look forward to the leftovers I am going to eat for lunch!

Thanks again Kearstin!  And Brooke, sorry again that I totally robbed your post.

hz80408

lol, this post is too funny.  I know I'm way late, but whenever we eat a "Mexican" main dish (enchilada's, tacos, quesadillas, etc), I also make gauc as a side w/chips

Mia2700

You're welcome Megan!

And hopefully Brooke and her H will enjoy it as well!

Boynton1286

Joining in....two things:

1. When I make the above corn casserole, I also add and egg, salt and pepper, some garlic powder and shredded cheddar (because let's face it, everything is better with cheese.)

2. When I make anything Mexican I usually make guac and spanish rice (from scratch not out of a bag or box). I use brown rice, black beans, whole kernal corn, chicken broth, green pepper, onion, salsa. I can't seem to find the recipe right now...GRRR! 

Mia2700

Boynton1286:

Joining in....two things:

1. When I make the above corn casserole, I also add and egg, salt and pepper, some garlic powder and shredded cheddar (because let's face it, everything is better with cheese.)

2. When I make anything Mexican I usually make guac and spanish rice (from scratch not out of a bag or box). I use brown rice, black beans, whole kernal corn, chicken broth, green pepper, onion, salsa. I can't seem to find the recipe right now...GRRR! 

Never thought of making my own!  If you find it, please share!  Mmmm I want it now lol

pondering_gal

MC22:

kearstin1218:

This whole post makes me lol. 

If we are feeling healthy, I make sweet white corn with green and red peppers chopped up in it.  If we are eating like we normally do, I make guac (4 avocados, 1 beefstake tomato, 1/2 sweet onion, 1 cup cilantro, 1 lime juiced, then I add a little salt) and we dip tortilla chips in that.... and end up dipping the chips in the casserole before the end of the night!

I'm still stalking this post...

I got lazy and did not cook the zucchini that I originally was planning to serve with this.  Instead, I bought made-in-store guacamole and we ate that with the casserole (but no chips, because naturally I wouldn't have planned for that!).

Anyway, it was awesome, and I very much look forward to the leftovers I am going to eat for lunch!

Thanks again Kearstin!  And Brooke, sorry again that I totally robbed your post.

No need to apologize! I love hearing everyone's responses!!