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A plate of cheesy beef enchiladas topped with red sauce

Proven way to grow your own Beef EnchiladasBeef Enchiladas

This recipe provides a proven method for making delicious beef enchiladas from scratch, ensuring a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Enchilada Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Enchilada Assembly
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 0.5 cup green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 0.5 cup sour cream for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Assemble the Enchiladas
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable, either in the microwave or a warm skillet. Dip each tortilla into the enchilada sauce to coat.
  3. Spoon a portion of the beef filling down the center of each tortilla, then sprinkle with a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-down in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake and Serve
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
  2. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with sour cream on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a can of drained diced green chiles to the beef filling. Adjust chili powder to your spice preference.