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Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas Everyone Will Love

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These Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas are a family-favorite comfort dish filled with seasoned beef, smothered in savory enchilada sauce, and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean)

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp oregano, salt to taste)

  • ½ cup water

  • 8 flour tortillas (medium size, 8-inch)

  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce

  • Optional: chopped cilantro, green onions, sour cream for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Add onion and cook until soft, 5–7 minutes.

  • Stir in garlic and taco seasoning with water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  • Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • Warm tortillas and fill each with beef and cheese. Roll and place seam-side down.

  • Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas. Top with cheese.

  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes.

  • Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish as desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add green chiles or black beans to the beef.

  • Use corn tortillas for gluten-free.

  • Make ahead and freeze for meal prep.

  • Pairs well with rice, beans, and guacamole

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