Jul 18 2026
RestaurantsChurch Street CafeBandito Pie Recipe

Bandito Pie Recipe

Inspired by Church Street Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

Frito corn chips topped with beans, beef, choice of chile cheese, lettuce and tomato

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Heat the Beans

    In a separate pot, heat the canned black beans over low heat until warmed through.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Pie

    In a large serving dish, layer the Frito corn chips at the bottom. Top with the cooked ground beef, heated black beans, and chili cheese.

  4. 4

    Add Fresh Toppings

    Finish by adding shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes on top of the layered ingredients.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Bandito Pie!

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