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Beef Enchilada Casserole

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Beef Enchilada Casserole is a layered Tex-Mex dish made with seasoned ground beef, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. It delivers all the flavor of traditional enchiladas without the hassle of rolling, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  1. 1 lb ground beef
  2. 1 small onion, diced
  3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green)
  5. 10–12 corn or flour tortillas
  6. 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  7. 1 tbsp olive oil
  8. 1/2 tsp salt
  9. 1/4 tsp black pepper
  10. 1 tsp ground cumin
  11. 1 tsp chili powder
  12. 1/2 tsp paprika
  13. 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles (optional)
  14. 1 cup canned black beans or corn (optional)
  15. Fresh cilantro or green onions, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Stir in green chiles, black beans, or corn if using.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
  6. Layer tortillas to cover the bottom, then add a layer of beef mixture and cheese. Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top and spread evenly.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.

Notes

  1. Use ground turkey or shredded chicken for a lighter variation.
  2. Green enchilada sauce offers a tangier flavor alternative to red.
  3. To prevent sogginess, lightly toast tortillas before layering or use less sauce.
  4. Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  5. This dish freezes well—assemble and freeze unbaked or freeze leftovers.

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