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Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas Family Dinner Made Simple

Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas

Delicious blend of savory beef, zesty sauce, and gooey cheese wrapped in soft tortillas for the perfect family dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 450

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
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • sour cream for topping
  • optional toppings diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, sliced olives, diced avocado

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef with diced onions until beef is cooked through and onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder to beef mixture. Sauté for another minute until fragrant and well combined.
  4. Warm tortillas slightly in microwave or on skillet to make them more pliable and easier to roll.
  5. Spoon beef mixture onto center of each tortilla, dividing evenly among 8 tortillas. Don't overfill.
  6. Roll each tortilla tightly around filling and place seam-side down in greased baking dish.
  7. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over rolled tortillas, making sure they are well covered.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheese over top of enchiladas.
  9. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and other desired toppings.

Notes

Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease. Can use flour or corn tortillas based on preference. Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Make sure enchiladas are placed seam-side down to hold together. Can use store-bought or homemade enchilada sauce. Drain ground beef well to prevent soggy enchiladas. Can add black beans or refried beans to beef mixture for extra protein and fiber.
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