Ever crave a meal that’s both incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to whip up? Look no further than Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas. Forget spending hours in the kitchen; this recipe delivers mouthwatering flavor in a fraction of the time. We’re talking savory, cheesy goodness that even the busiest weeknight can handle. Plus, it’s customizable to your liking, allowing you to sneak in some extra veggies for a meal you can feel good about. I remember when I first tried making enchiladas, I was intimidated by all the steps but this recipe changed everything and now it’s a family favorite!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
These enchiladas are more than just a meal; they’re a flavorful shortcut to comfort food. My grandmother used to make enchiladas for every family gathering. While her recipe was a secret, Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas capture that same warmth and deliciousness, but in a fraction of the time. Now, I can share a meal inspired by her love, even on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10-12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, crumbling it as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Sauté the Onion: Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Sauce and Seasonings: Stir in the tomato sauce, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the sauce simmers, warm the tortillas in a microwave or lightly on a skillet to make them pliable. This prevents them from cracking when rolling.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into each tortilla. Sprinkle with a little cheese.
- Roll and Place: Roll up the filled tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
- Serve: Let cool for a few minutes before serving Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas. Enjoy with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa!
Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, crumbling it as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.1 pound ground beef
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.1 medium onion, 1 pound ground beef
- Stir in the tomato sauce, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, to taste salt, to taste pepper
- While the sauce simmers, warm the tortillas in a microwave or lightly on a skillet to make them pliable. This prevents them from cracking when rolling.10-12 corn tortillas
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into each tortilla. Sprinkle with a little cheese.2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Roll up the filled tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top.1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas. Enjoy with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa!
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