Beef Enchiladas
Delicious and satisfying beef enchiladas, baked to perfection with a rich, savory filling and melted cheese. A comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking dish (9x13 inch)
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula/wooden spoon
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 8 oz Tomato sauce
Enchilada Assembly
- 12 Corn tortillas
- 19 oz can Enchilada sauce
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic, then drain excess fat. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce, simmering for 10 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and briefly warm corn tortillas to make them pliable for rolling.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in a baking dish, then fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese, rolling tightly and placing seam-down in the dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas, top with shredded cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow the enchiladas to rest for a few minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with sour cream, cilantro, or diced avocado.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef filling. A good quality sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese will yield the best flavor and melt.