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Easy Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Recipe for Quick Family Dinners

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A quick and easy recipe for cheesy beef enchiladas that are perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners. This dish combines seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese wrapped in soft tortillas for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 8–10 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes until flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
  7. Spread a thin layer of remaining enchilada sauce over the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  8. Lay one tortilla flat, spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture down the center, sprinkle with about 2 tablespoons shredded cheese, roll it up tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  9. Pour the rest of the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on top.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are slightly crispy.
  11. Let enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, jalapeño slices, or sour cream if desired.

Notes

If sauce is too thick during simmering, add a splash of water or beef broth. Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Cover baking dish with foil for first 15 minutes to soften tortillas, then remove foil to brown cheese. For extra crisp edges, broil for last 2 minutes watching closely to prevent burning. Can substitute corn tortillas for gluten-free option and ground turkey or chicken for lighter protein. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days or freeze unbaked for up to 2 months.

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