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Beef Enchiladas

These easy beef enchiladas are stuffed with seasoned ground beef and onions, rolled in soft tortillas, and baked with enchilada sauce and gooey cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or potluck!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 490
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 8 flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Sour cream for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
  2. Brown ground beef and onions in a skillet over medium heat until onions are translucent.
  3. Add garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll, and place seam-side down in dish.
  5. Pour enchilada sauce over tortillas and sprinkle with cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and cheese melts.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/beef-enchiladas/

Notes

• Corn tortillas give a more traditional texture, while flour tortillas are softer and easier to roll.
• For extra flavor, warm the tortillas before rolling.
• Want it spicier? Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef filling.