Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Beef Enchiladas with Cheese Sauce—a perfect dish for family gatherings, cozy dinners, or a quick weeknight meal. Tender ground beef is combined with fragrant spices and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas and smothered in a rich creamy cheese sauce. This recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also allows for customization to suit your preferences. Whether you opt for extra veggies or adjust the spice level, these enchiladas are sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 24–32 corn tortillas
- 1 lb cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 5 1/2 oz evaporated milk
- 4 oz jar of pimientos
- 4 oz can diced green chiles
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef and chopped onions over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in salt, cumin, and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Warm corn tortillas to make them pliable. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and roll tightly.
- Place enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish.
- In a double boiler, combine cream of chicken soup, evaporated milk, pimientos, green chiles, and Velveeta cheese until melted and smooth.
- Pour cheese sauce over enchiladas and bake uncovered at 350ºF for about 30 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg