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Easy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce


  • Author: Rachel Simmons
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Enticing and flavorful, this easy beef enchiladas with red sauce recipe combines savory ground beef, rich red sauce, and melted cheese for a comforting family meal.


Ingredients

  • Ground Beef
  • Corn or Flour Tortillas
  • Red Enchilada Sauce
  • Yellow Onion
  • Shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese
  • Chili Powder
  • Cumin
  • Fresh Cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Stir in chili powder and cumin, then mix in half of the red enchilada sauce.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour the remaining red sauce over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Substitute ground beef with shredded chicken or black beans for variation. For a homemade red sauce, blend tomatoes, garlic, and spices to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.