BEEF ENCHILADA BAKE

Name: BEEF ENCHILADA BAKE
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8 people
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 small onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce; 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained); 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional); 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey jack cheese; 10 small flour or corn tortillas; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; sour cream

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings
8 people
Calories
450 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican-American Fusion

BEEF ENCHILADA BAKE

Iris Warren

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Beef Enchilada Bake is a cheesy, flavor-packed casserole with layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, and enchilada sauce. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce
1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
10 small flour or corn tortillas cut into halves
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
sour cream for serving

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Instructions

STEP NO.1: PREHEAT OVEN

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

STEP NO.2: COOK THE BEEF

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Drain any excess grease.

STEP NO.3: SEASON AND ADD SAUCE

Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, and black beans (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes.

STEP NO.4: LAYER THE CASSEROLE

Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer tortilla halves over the beef mixture, followed by more beef and a sprinkle of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.

STEP NO.5: BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN

Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

STEP NO.6: GARNISH AND SERVE

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Notes

Tortillas: Corn tortillas add authentic flavor, while flour tortillas create a softer texture.
Meat Options: Swap beef for ground turkey or shredded chicken.
Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or extra chili powder for heat.
Make Ahead: Assemble ahead and refrigerate. Bake when ready!
Creamy Beef Enchilada Bake: Mix ½ cup sour cream into the beef mixture for extra creaminess.
Green Chile Enchilada Bake: Use green enchilada sauce and add chopped green chilies.
Tex-Mex Beef Enchilada Bake: Add a layer of refried beans for a heartier dish.
Low-Carb Beef Enchilada Bake: Use low-carb tortillas or layer with zucchini slices.