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Beef Enchiladas

Delicious Beef Enchiladas: Quick, Easy, and Family-Friendly

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These beef enchiladas are a quick, easy, and family-friendly dish that transforms your weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or shredded chicken.
  • 1 cup Chunky Salsa Homemade salsa or diced tomatoes can be used as alternatives.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce Green enchilada sauce can be used for a unique twist.
For the Wraps
  • 8 pieces Tortillas (Flour or Corn) Flour tortillas provide a soft bite; corn tortillas have a traditional touch.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Thick Cut Shredded Cheese Any favorite cheese blend works well.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add ground beef. Cook for 6-8 minutes until fully browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in chunky salsa.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Fill tortillas with the beef and salsa mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle thick shredded cheese on top.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  7. Let sit for a few minutes before serving with optional garnishes like sour cream or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a delicious weeknight meal that your family will love, these beef enchiladas are a fantastic option. Experiment with fillings and toppings to find your perfect combination.

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