Reviewed: Nov. 24, 2009

I gave the basic recipe 4 stars, as I always change things as I try them, based on our preferences. Anyhow, I cooked the chorizo with the garlic and onions, then when almost done, I added a can of black beans, drained but not rinsed. After they got a little tender, I then added our own homemade salsa, very spicy and that became my sausage mixture for layering. I also used Mexican "melting cheese" instead of pepper jack and mixed in a little cheddar. Lastly, I fried my tortillas and layed 2 of them out side by side in the bottom of a glass casserole dish, no problem cutting them as others had mentioned. From there I followed the directions for cooking, ended up with three layers, not really "torte" like, but turned out very good, topped it off with a little sour cream, we loved it.

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ROBINNOFTZ

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Living In: Sandusky, Ohio, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 2, 2009

First time using Chorizo. We enjoyed it. I would however, enjoy another texture with it. Something with a crunch.

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KATEFOODFUN

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Home Town: Alexandria, Virginia, USA

Living In: High Point, North Carolina, USA

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Reviewed: Jan. 20, 2008

This was super easy to make. THe only change I made was using 1 tortilla on the bottom and between layers. If you are like my family this recipe serves 3-4 people. Next time I make this I think I will use jalapenos instead of chiles to add a little more kick to it.

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AMUA212

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Home Town: Williamson, New York, USA

Living In: Newark, New York, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2007

I made this for a Mexican themed Superbowl potluck. I doubled the recipe and used 2 pie plates. I also followed some of the other users reviews and used only 1 tortilla instead of 2 for each layer. It looked beautiful. I got many compliments at the potluck. Everyone enjoyed this dish and I will definitely be making it again. Oh and for those people who are nervous about the spiciness, it's not too spicy either.

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LISAMAY

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Reviewed: Nov. 2, 2006

This is good and easy to make. I only used one tortilla for the layers and it was fine. My husband thought it would be better with less refried beans but then he's not a big fan of them anyway. I thought it was a perfect amount.

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Reviewed: May 9, 2006

I've been looking for this recipe for weeks (I had this a long time ago). Anyway I made this for Cinco de Mayo and it is so good! I used an 8" cake pan with 2" high sides and it fit in there nicely. My store didn't have chorizo, so I used regular sausage and added some crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper and hot sauce to spice it up and it turned out just how I remember-DELICIOUS!

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Nikki

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Home Town: Quakertown, Pennsylvania, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 15, 2005

This was fabulous! I only layered one tortilla at a time since they were lo carb and very filling, used two different cheeses, cheddar and hot pepper, and loads of roasted red peppers. This is a new favorite! Thank you so much!

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NOSEYROSEY

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Reviewed: Jul. 15, 2005

This was GREAT! I used two tortillas on the bottom and only one between the other layers. I probably will only use one on the bottom next time. I also omitted the red pepper, and it turned out just fine. It has a nice "kick" to it, and even my husband liked it (he's very meat and potatos). Next time I might try some Rotel tomatos with chilis mixed in with the chorizo.

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PRAISELDR

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Reviewed: Jun. 21, 2005

I used ground turkey instead of chorizo ...it tasted wonderful but was difficult to cut, next time I will only use 1 tortilla in between each layer

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CHRIS4FOOD

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2005

If your family doesn't like spicy just use ground beef seasoned with salt and a little cumin and omit the chilis and red peppers. Without the peppers I end up using 6 tortillas. I also spread the beans on two tortillas and sprinkled cheese on the beans. My kids do not like beans, but they love this recipe and always clean their plates!

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KERRIGOINKRAZY

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Reviewed: May 12, 2004

My very picky husband loved this! Since he does not like red peppers, I instead did that layer with fat free refried black beans and thin slices of tomato. Wonderful in outr opinion. When my brother made this the next time, he added jalapenos instead of the green chilies to make it hotter.

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DOUGBENME

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Reviewed: Nov. 18, 2003

I thought that this recipe needed a little more spicy and texture variety. I rotated between a corn tortilla shell then to deep fried crispy strips. I also added sauteed green onions. Jalapenos add more of kick.

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KLVAUGHN95

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Reviewed: Sep. 27, 2003

Outstanding! I am going to make this for football games all season.

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Reviewed: Mar. 26, 2003

I left out the chilis and peppers. It was pretty good. I got a lot of raves about it. Probably wouldnt make it again w/ chorizo - maybe seasoned ground beef.

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Reviewed: May 17, 2002

This was good! Pay attention to the instructions since it neglected to tell you about the second layer of beans.

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Luvs2Cook!

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Reviewed: Mar. 6, 2002

(Note: I made this with vegetarian chorizo and soy cheese) Excellent taste, very easy to make. A wonderful "meal in itself" dish. Everyone here loved it. Very filling and inexpensive.

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GrannyGamer

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Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2001

This recipe is great. I used turkey sausage to omit some of the fat; turned-out great!

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schmerna

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Reviewed: Oct. 13, 2001

The Spicy Mexican Torte was very easy and tasted wonderful! I used salsa in place of the peppers and chilies. If you don't like it spicy I'm sure plain hamburger would work just as well.

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Reviewed: Feb. 19, 2001

Actually, this is a very good meal. My grandkids and I are crazy for it.

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