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Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe

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These Ground Beef Enchiladas are a flavorful and comforting Mexican-inspired dish made with seasoned ground beef, tender tortillas, rich enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or a tasty weeknight meal, they come together quickly and can be customized with your favorite toppings like sour cream.

Ingredients

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For the Enchiladas

  • 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 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder

For Serving

  • Sour cream (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Season the meat: Stir in the cumin and chili powder, mixing thoroughly to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the meat.
  4. Assemble the enchiladas: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto each tortilla, then roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
  5. Add sauce and cheese: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese evenly on top.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the sauce is heated through.
  7. Serve: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

  • Using corn tortillas will give a more authentic Mexican flavor, but flour tortillas work well too.
  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use spicy enchilada sauce.
  • You can prepare the filling and assemble the enchiladas ahead of time; just refrigerate before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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