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Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Description

Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas are a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender ground beef, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these enchiladas are easy to customize and can be made ahead of time, promising a delightful meal everyone will love.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Season the beef with cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder to taste.
  3. Warm tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.
  4. Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot topped with sour cream and cilantro.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (240g)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg