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Beef Enchiladas with Homemade Red Sauce

Stacked Beef Enchiladas with Dripping Red Sauce
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These beef enchiladas are smothered in a rich, flavorful homemade red sauce. This comforting Mexican dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Warm tortillas according to package directions.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of beef mixture onto each tortilla. Top with cheese and roll up tightly.
  7. Place enchiladas seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  8. Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Garnish with desired toppings and serve.

Notes

Serve with a dollop of sour cream, a scoop of guacamole, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.

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