Delicious Beef and Cheese Enchiladas
Savor the rich flavors of these Delicious Beef and Cheese Enchiladas! This easy-to-make recipe features seasoned ground beef enveloped in soft corn tortillas, combined with a zesty enchilada sauce and topped with a generous layer of melted Mexican blend cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser that can be prepared quickly and enjoyed by everyone. Serve them with a side of guacamole or sour cream for an added touch of creaminess!
8
Servings
350
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground beef
1 lb (ground or minced)
enchilada sauce
17.5 oz jar (ready to use)
Mexican blend cheese
2 cups (shredded)
corn tortillas
8 (softened)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
3
Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess fat and stir in 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix until well combined and remove from heat.
4
Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
5
Take a corn tortilla, spoon about 4 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center, and roll it up tightly. Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down in the baking dish.
6
Repeat the process until all the tortillas are filled and in the baking dish.
7
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese on top.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
9
Enjoy your Delicious Beef and Cheese Enchiladas warm!
Nutrition Information
22.5g
Fat
20g
Carbs
26.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicious Beef and Cheese Enchiladas?
They are a Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned ground beef and cheese rolled in soft corn tortillas, baked with a zesty enchilada sauce and topped with melted Mexican blend cheese.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much ground beef is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1 lb of ground beef.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese.
How much enchilada sauce is required?
You will need a 17.5 oz jar of ready-to-use enchilada sauce.
How many corn tortillas are used?
The recipe requires 8 softened corn tortillas.
How should the ground beef be prepared?
The ground beef should be browned in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, and then drained of excess fat.
How much sauce is spread on the bottom of the baking dish?
Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of the dish.
How much beef mixture goes into each tortilla?
Spoon about 4 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla.
How should the tortillas be placed in the dish?
The rolled tortillas should be placed seam-side down in the baking dish.
How long should the enchiladas bake?
Bake the enchiladas for approximately 20 minutes.
How do I know when the enchiladas are done?
They are finished when the cheese is melted and bubbly.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 350 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 26.25g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving has 22.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
What size baking dish is required?
A 13 x 9-inch baking dish is used for this recipe.
What are good serving suggestions for these enchiladas?
Serve them warm with a side of guacamole or sour cream for added creaminess.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is an easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared quickly.
What category of meal is this?
This recipe is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
Can I use ready-to-use sauce?
Yes, the recipe specifically suggests a ready-to-use 17.5 oz jar of enchilada sauce.
Should the corn tortillas be softened?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies using softened corn tortillas.
How much cheese is mixed into the beef?
1 cup of shredded cheese is stirred into the cooked ground beef.
How much sauce is mixed into the beef?
1/2 cup of enchilada sauce is stirred into the cooked ground beef.
Where does the remaining cheese go?
The remaining 1 cup of cheese is sprinkled on top of the rolled tortillas before baking.
Where does the remaining enchilada sauce go?
The remaining sauce is poured over the top of the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.
Is this recipe suitable for family dinners?
Yes, it is described as a crowd-pleaser perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Should the dish cool before serving?
Yes, allow the enchiladas to cool slightly before serving.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Associated tags include enchiladas, easy recipe, beef enchiladas, mexican cuisine, one dish meal, comfort food, and family dinner.