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Beef Enchiladas

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Classic beef enchiladas made with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and a flavorful red enchilada sauce, all wrapped in soft tortillas and baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Sour cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Drain excess fat, then stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir in half of the enchilada sauce and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Spread a few tablespoons of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  8. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese, roll up and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  9. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with the rest of the cheese.
  10. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • Add black beans or corn to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
  • Use store-bought or homemade enchilada sauce depending on preference.

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