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Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Recipe Easy Melt-in-Your-Mouth Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy cheesy beef enchiladas recipe that delivers melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and warm corn tortillas. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Sour cream or crema, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef Filling: Heat skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
  3. Pour in half the enchilada sauce and beef broth, simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. Soften the tortillas by dipping briefly in warm water or microwaving wrapped in a damp towel for 30 seconds.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the baking dish.
  6. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of beef filling onto each tortilla, sprinkle some shredded cheese inside, roll tightly and place seam-side down in the dish.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
  9. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream or crema if desired.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add more beef broth to thin it before pouring. Soften tortillas properly to avoid cracking. Add cheese inside and on top for extra gooeyness. Cover with foil if cheese browns too quickly. Leftovers taste better after a day; reheat in oven for best texture.

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