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Beef Enchilada Casserole

Irresistible Beef Enchilada Casserole Everyone Will Love

This Beef Enchilada Casserole is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil helps to sauté the onions and garlic
  • 1 pound ground beef the star protein
  • 1 cup diced onion softens and adds sweetness
  • 2 cloves minced garlic brings depth and fragrance
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder delivers enchilada taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds warmth
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper introduces subtle heat
For Assembly
  • 10 ounces red enchilada sauce the tangy layer
  • 4 pieces corn tortillas the perfect base
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese adds melty richness

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté diced onion until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, then stir in ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Season with chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
  5. Pour in red enchilada sauce and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Layer four corn tortillas at the bottom of the dish.
  8. Add half of the beef mixture over the tortillas and top with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  9. Repeat layering with remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and another cup of cheese.
  10. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top layer.
  11. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  12. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Freezing tips included for advance preparation.

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