Beef And Cheese Enchiladas With Corn Tortillas
Are you looking to add a bit of spice to your dinner routine? Look no further than these mouth-watering beef and cheese enchiladas with corn tortillas. This recipe is simple to make while still packing a flavorful punch.
Ingredients
To make these enchiladas, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 can of red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup of diced onions
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can of diced green chilies
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, adding in the onions and spices as it cooks.
3. Once the beef is fully cooked, stir in the diced green chilies and 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce.
4. Take a baking dish and spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
5. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or on the stovetop.
6. Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, and then roll it up tightly before placing it in the baking dish.
7. Once all of the tortillas have been filled and rolled, cover them with the remaining enchilada sauce.
8. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the enchiladas.
9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes.
10. Once the enchiladas are fully cooked, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes And Tips
- If you want to make this recipe vegetarian, you can substitute the ground beef with black beans or another type of bean.
- If you don't have access to canned enchilada sauce, you can make your own by combining tomato sauce, chicken or beef broth, chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin.
- To prevent the tortillas from cracking, you can dip them in hot oil for a few seconds before filling them.
- For an extra kick of spice, top the enchiladas with some diced jalapenos before baking.
Final Thoughts
These beef and cheese enchiladas with corn tortillas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next dinner party. They are easy to make, and the combination of savory beef, tangy enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!