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Beef Enchiladas

Irresistible Beef Enchiladas Recipe Ready in 40 Minutes

Tender beef wrapped in corn tortillas, smothered in enchilada sauce and cheese, then baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until onions soften.
  3. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and roll. Place seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  8. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use leftover shredded beef for extra flavor.
  • Add a can of drained black beans to the filling for more texture.
  • For spicier enchiladas, use hot enchilada sauce.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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