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Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe

Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe
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A quick and easy recipe for ground beef enchiladas, loaded with savory seasoned beef, melted cheese, and topped with flavorful enchilada sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Spices

  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder

For Serving

  • Sour cream (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the enchiladas evenly.
  2. Cook Beef and Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the diced onions until the onions are translucent and the beef is fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, making sure the spices fully coat the beef mixture.
  4. Assemble Enchiladas: Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto each tortilla, then roll each tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish to prevent them from unrolling during baking.
  5. Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over all the rolled tortillas in the dish, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top for a delicious, melty finish.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top if desired for added creaminess.

Notes

  • Use either flour or corn tortillas depending on your preference; corn tortillas lend a more traditional flavor.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Feel free to add diced green chilies or jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Leftover enchiladas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • To make this recipe gluten-free, use corn tortillas and verify that the enchilada sauce is gluten-free.

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