Hearty Cheesy Enchilada Bake
These Hearty Cheesy Enchiladas are a perfect weeknight dinner, combining savory ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce all wrapped up in soft flour tortillas. This quick and easy recipe is both satisfying and filling, offering a delightful Mexican-inspired meal that the whole family will love.
4
Servings
525 kcal
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground beef
1 lb (none)
small onion
1 (chopped)
tomato soup
10.75 oz (canned)
enchilada sauce
10 oz (medium)
salt
to taste (none)
pepper
to taste (none)
flour tortillas
8 (8 inch)
shredded cheese
2 cups (cheddar or monterey jack)
sour cream
for serving (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the meat is browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease and return the mixture to the skillet.
3
Stir the tomato soup and enchilada sauce into the beef mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Take each flour tortilla and spread about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture onto it. Sprinkle evenly with cheese to your liking.
5
Roll each tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6
Pour the remaining meat mixture over the rolled tortillas, spreading evenly.
7
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
8
Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
9
Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10
Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Nutrition Information
26.25 g
Fat
41.25 g
Carbs
32.5 g
Protein
1125 mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hearty Cheesy Enchilada Bake?
It is a quick and easy Mexican-inspired weeknight dinner made with ground beef, melted cheese, and enchilada sauce wrapped in flour tortillas.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 525 kcal.
What type of meat is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of ground beef.
How should the onion be prepared?
The recipe requires one small onion to be chopped.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking dish is needed?
You will need a 9x13 inch baking dish.
How many tortillas are used in the bake?
The recipe uses 8 flour tortillas.
What size should the tortillas be?
8-inch flour tortillas are recommended.
What kind of soup is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses one 10.75 oz can of tomato soup.
How much enchilada sauce is needed?
You will need 10 oz of medium enchilada sauce.
What type of cheese works best for this dish?
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese are recommended.
How much cheese is required in total?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of shredded cheese.
Do I need to cook the meat before baking?
Yes, you must cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet until browned and crumbled before assembling.
Should I drain the grease from the meat?
Yes, drain any excess grease from the beef mixture after browning and before adding the sauces.
How much filling goes into each tortilla?
Spread about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture onto each tortilla before rolling.
How do I place the tortillas in the dish?
Roll each tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down into the baking dish.
Should the dish be covered while baking?
Yes, cover the dish with foil for the first 20 minutes of baking.
When do I add the final layer of cheese?
Remove the foil after the first 20 minutes of baking and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
How long is the total baking time?
The total baking time is 30 minutes (20 minutes covered and 10 minutes uncovered).
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 26.25 g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving provides 32.5 g of protein.
What is the sodium content?
The sodium content is 1125 mg per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 41.25 g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the suggested garnish for this meal?
Serve the bake hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Is this a good recipe for families?
Yes, it is described as a satisfying and filling meal that the whole family will love.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
What are the common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include Mexican, quick, easy, cheesy, weeknight, and comfort food.
How do I know when the enchiladas are done?
The dish is ready when the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Meat.