Tex-Mex Free recipe

Beef Enchiladas

If you have never made Beef Enchiladas at home, this is the version to start with: corn tortillas rolled around seasoned beef, baked under red sauce and cheese. Plan on roughly 55 minutes from start to finish, and it serves 6.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Total: 55 min

55Minutes

6Servings

4.5Rating

MediumLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Scales up easily for a crowd -- just multiply the ingredients.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.
Ready in about {time} minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

1.5 lbs ground beef
1 onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
12 corn tortillas
2.5 cups red enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
chopped cilantro and sour cream to serve

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

415Calories

26gFat

22gCarbs

23gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Heat the oven to 375 degrees F. Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high, about 7 minutes. Add the onion and cook 4 minutes, then the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt for 1 minute.
Step 2
Warm the tortillas 20 seconds in the microwave so they roll without cracking.
Step 3
Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in a 9x13 baking dish.
Step 4
Fill each tortilla with a spoon of beef and a little cheese, roll up, and place seam-side down in the dish.
Step 5
Pour the remaining sauce over the top and cover with the rest of the cheese.
Step 6
Bake 20 minutes until bubbly and melted. Top with cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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