Classic Ground Beef Enchiladas (45 Minutes)

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Beef enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a family dinner. These delicious and easy-to-make enchiladas are made with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and a homemade enchilada sauce, which is smothered over the top of the rolled tortillas. This recipe can be customized with different toppings, such as diced tomatoes, sour cream, or cilantro, to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 10-12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add tomato sauce, diced green chilies, and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Take a tortilla and place about 2-3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center. Roll up the tortilla and place seam side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and beef mixture.
  6. Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas, spreading it out to cover evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the sauce.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

The recipe above uses simple ingredients and takes less than an hour to make. You can make this dish even more quickly by preparing the beef mixture ahead of time and assembling the enchiladas when you’re ready to bake them. To make it a complete meal, serve the enchiladas with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans. Enjoy!

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