Enchilada Casserole II

Enchilada Casserole II
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    586

Deconstructed enchiladas baked into a comforting and crowd-pleasing casserole! Layers of savory spiced beef, soft tortillas, and melted cheese create a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave everyone craving more.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    37 g
  • Cholesterol
    123 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    40 g
  • Saturated Fat
    16 g
  • Sodium
    1260 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a deep dish pie plate or a 9x13 inch baking dish; set aside. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion until the beef is no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat. (10 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Return the skillet to the heat. Push the beef and onion mixture to the sides of the pan. Add the minced garlic to the center and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Stir the garlic into the beef mixture. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. (10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Spoon a thin layer of the beef mixture onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer with a tortilla, followed by more beef mixture and a generous sprinkling of Cheddar cheese. Repeat layers, ending with a final layer of cheese on top. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. (30 minutes)

For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
Feel free to substitute with your favorite cheese, such as Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or a Mexican cheese blend.
To make ahead, assemble the casserole and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. Add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Garnish with sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro, or diced tomatoes for extra flavor and visual appeal.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 195 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Elmira Pfannerstill

    The kids loved it, and it was so simple to put together. Will definitely make again!

  • Emmy Waelchi

    This was so easy to make! I added a can of diced green chilies to the beef mixture for extra flavor.

  • Wade Botsford

    Followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. Thanks for sharing!

  • Edmond Turcotte

    I used a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, which added a nice flavor.

  • Isabell Romaguera

    I found it a bit bland, so I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little kick.

  • Rodrigo Champlin

    This is a family favorite. We've been making it for years!

  • Marion Boscohermiston

    Next time, I will try adding a layer of black beans for added texture and protein.

  • Gertrude Labadie

    A great weeknight meal. I prepped the beef mixture the night before and assembled the casserole when I got home from work.

  • Oceane Wintheiser

    My family devoured this! I used corn tortillas instead of flour, and it worked great for a gluten-free option.

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