Best 5 Cheese And Beef Enchiladas Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Cheese and Beef Enchiladas, a harmonious blend of classic Mexican flavors and culinary innovation. This delightful dish is a symphony of textures, colors, and tastes, featuring tender beef, melted cheese, and a zesty enchilada sauce, all enveloped in warm tortillas. Each bite is a perfect balance of savory and spicy, with a hint of smokiness from the chipotle peppers. Accompanying the main recipe are three additional enchilada variations, each with its unique twist. The Creamy Poblano Enchiladas offer a rich and velvety sauce made with roasted poblano peppers, while the Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas provide a vegetarian option packed with vibrant flavors and textures. Lastly, the Salsa Verde Enchiladas introduce a refreshing and tangy green sauce made with tomatillos and cilantro, adding a burst of brightness to the enchilada experience. Whether you prefer classic or adventurous flavors, our Cheese and Beef Enchiladas and its accompanying recipes will take your taste buds on an unforgettable culinary adventure.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TEX-MEX BEEF AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS
Cheese filled tortillas are covered with a spicy meat sauce and cheese before baking. Growing up all my life in South Texas, this dish was a staple!
Provided by RHONDA35
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink. Drain off grease and season with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Mix in the tomato sauce and 2 cups of the water. Simmer over low heat. Mix the remaining water with the flour and sugar until flour is dissolved; stir into the simmering meat sauce. Simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
- While the sauce is cooking, heat oil in another skillet over medium-high heat. Warm tortillas in the hot oil until pliable. Fill each tortilla with a little bit of cheese, and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish, reserving some of the cheese to sprinkle on top. Pour the meat sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 172 mg, Fat 49.1 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 24.1 g, Sodium 1915.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
CHEESE AND BEEF ENCHILADAS
Beat taco night with enchilada night! These restaurant-style spicy enchiladas will surely please a crowd.
Provided by Sargento
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Sargento
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat large skillet over medium-high heat; add meat and bell pepper. Cook 5 minutes, stirring until meat crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Spoon 1/3 cup meat mixture down center of each tortilla; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up; place seam-side down in greased 13x9-inch baking pan. Spoon salsa over enchiladas.
- Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 18 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 2 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Serve with lettuce, tomato, if desired, sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Cholesterol 109.7 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 2079.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
BEEF AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS
Bring a Mexican classic to your family's dinner table! Enjoy this tasty beef and cheese enchilada that is ready in 30 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Cook beef and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in sour cream and corn.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of the cheese in bottom of ungreased rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches. Spoon about 1/2 cup beef mixture onto each tortilla; top with a few drops hot enchilada sauce. Roll tortilla around filling; place seam side down on cheese in baking dish. Pour remaining hot and mild sauces over enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg
HEARTY BEEF AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS
My husband loves his food extra-cheesy, so I can never put too much cheese over the top of these enchiladas! You can set out small bowls of diced onions and tomatoes so folks can add their own garnishes. -Joylyn Trickel
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 7 enchiladas.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, 2/3 cup enchilada sauce and 2 tablespoons salsa; set aside. , In a small skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil. Dip each tortilla in hot oil for 3 seconds on each side or just until limp; drain on paper towels., Top each tortilla with 2/3 cup beef mixture. Roll up and place seam side down in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce and salsa. Sprinkle with cheese and olives. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts :
SPANISH RICE BEEF AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS
It's basically a spicy Spanish Rice in a Tortilla covered in Enchilada Sauce sprinkled with cheese. PS. I made up my own Enchilada sauce. I added a bit more Cayenne pepper to my sauce.
Provided by Denise Miles
Categories Casseroles
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In a skillet, brown Ground Beef. Drain off fat. Salt and pepper to taste. Add onion. Stir until onion is translucent. Transfer to a Bowl, and set aside.
- 2. Using the same skillet On med/High heat, pour 2 T oil in Skillet. Brown Rice in oil on med/ high heat. Once browned, lower heat. Add in Tomato paste, sauce,and diced tomatoes.
- 3. Also, add in chili powder and cayenne and mild green chilies. Stir to combined. Add back in Meat. Stir. Add in 2 c. water. Simmer on low until rice is tender.
- 4. place about 1/2 c. enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 13x9 casserole dish. Place meaty spicy Spanish rice in each tortilla then sprinkle a bit of cheese, and place seem side down. My 13x 9 dish holds 8 tortillas.
- 5. Pour sauce evenly over top and bake at 350 for 25 min. or until hot and bubbly.
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked rice and pre-shredded cheese.
- If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can make your own by simmering tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
- For a spicier enchilada, add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper to the enchilada sauce.
- To make the enchiladas ahead of time, assemble them and then cover them tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- When you're ready to bake the enchiladas, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Cheese and beef enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give cheese and beef enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!
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