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BEEF ENCHILADA BAKE

Sana Umer
Beef Enchilada Bake is a cheesy, flavor-packed casserole with layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, and enchilada sauce. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican-American
Servings 8 people
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 10 small flour or corn tortillas cut into halves
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions
 

STEP NO.1: PREHEAT OVEN

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

STEP NO.2: COOK THE BEEF

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Drain any excess grease.

STEP NO.3: SEASON AND ADD SAUCE

  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, and black beans (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes.

STEP NO.4: LAYER THE CASSEROLE

  • Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture at the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Layer tortilla halves over the beef mixture, followed by more beef and a sprinkle of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top.

STEP NO.5: BAKE UNTIL GOLDEN

  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

STEP NO.6: GARNISH AND SERVE

  • Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.

Notes

  • Tortillas: Corn tortillas add authentic flavor, while flour tortillas create a softer texture.
  • Meat Options: Swap beef for ground turkey or shredded chicken.
  • Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or extra chili powder for heat.
  • Make Ahead: Assemble ahead and refrigerate. Bake when ready!
  • Creamy Beef Enchilada Bake: Mix ½ cup sour cream into the beef mixture for extra creaminess.
  • Green Chile Enchilada Bake: Use green enchilada sauce and add chopped green chilies.
  • Tex-Mex Beef Enchilada Bake: Add a layer of refried beans for a heartier dish.
  • Low-Carb Beef Enchilada Bake: Use low-carb tortillas or layer with zucchini slices.
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