Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
997 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas
Description
This recipe layers browned ground beef cooked with finely chopped onions and minced garlic with Mexican cheese and red enchilada sauce. The mixture simmers briefly so the cheese melts into the meat and sauce, then it is spooned onto flour tortillas. Each tortilla is rolled and placed seam-side down in a baking dish. Extra enchilada sauce and cheese go on top before baking at 350°F to meld the flavors and melt the cheese thoroughly.
The enchiladas result in a tender filling with a mildly spiced sauce enveloping the soft tortillas. The cheese adds creaminess and gooey texture. Baking combines the ingredients while creating a saucy topping with golden melted cheese. This dish serves as a complete meal with protein, carbs, and rich flavor.
To serve, they go well with sides like simple salads, rice, or beans. These enchiladas suit family dinners or casual meals when you want a warm, familiar dish with reliable flavor and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 2 onion finely chopped, small
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 cups Mexican cheese
- 20 oz Red Enchilada Sauce
- 8 flour tortillas 8-10 inch size
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly in the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Set it aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion, and garlic. Cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onions are soft.
- Add in one cup of enchilada sauce and bring it to a light simmer. Turn off the heat and add one cup of cheese. Stir together until the cheese has melted and is well combined.
- Arrange the tortillas on a large cutting board. Divide the ground beef mixture evenly between the 8 tortillas (about 2/3 cup of meat mixture per tortilla). Place the ground beef on the lower third of the tortilla and roll it up. Place the tortillas seam-side down into the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the tortillas and brush it evenly on top of the tortillas. Sprinkle on the remaining two cups of cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 15 minutes. Uncover the dish, then bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dish is bubbly.
- Serve the enchiladas warm with your favorite toppings and sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 997 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 997kcal | 50% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 57g | 114% |
| Fat | 63g | 97% |
| Saturated Fat | 29g | 145% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 201mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 2297mg | 96% |
| Potassium | 692mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 1500IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 687mg | 69% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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