BEEF ENCHILADAS with extra cheese on top

🌮 Classic Beef Enchiladas with Homemade Sauce

Looking for something hearty, bold, and satisfying? These classic beef enchiladas hit every note. With flavorful ground beef, a rich homemade enchilada sauce, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese, this dish brings the warmth of comfort food with every bite. Whether it’s a casual family dinner or a weekend indulgence, it’s bound to be a hit.

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🥩 Savory Beef Filling

Ingredient	Amount
Ground beef	1 lb
Chili powder	1 Tbsp
Salt	½ tsp
Cumin	¾ tsp
Dried oregano	½ tsp
Garlic powder	¼ tsp
Onion powder	¼ tsp
Tomato sauce	¼ cup

Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 5–7 minutes.
2. Add Seasoning: Drain excess fat. Mix in spices and tomato sauce. Stir until evenly blended. Set aside.

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🍅 Homemade Enchilada Sauce

Ingredient	Amount
Oil or butter	¼ cup
All-purpose flour	¼ cup
Black pepper	½ tsp
Salt	¾ tsp
Garlic powder	1 tsp
Onion powder	1 tsp
Cumin	2 tsp
Dried oregano	½ tsp
Chili powder	1 Tbsp
Beef broth	2 cups
Tomato paste	1 Tbsp

Instructions:

1. Create the Roux: Warm oil or butter in a skillet on medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
2. Build Flavor: Stir in all the spices, forming a thick paste.
3. Simmer Sauce: Gradually whisk in beef broth. Add tomato paste. Simmer until thickened and smooth. Remove from heat.

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🌯 Assemble the Enchiladas

Ingredient	Amount
Canola oil (for frying)	¼ cup
White corn tortillas	12–15
Monterey Jack cheese	1 cup, shredded

Steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C).
2. Sauce the Dish: Lightly coat the bottom of a 9×13″ baking dish with enchilada sauce.
3. Prepare Tortillas: Quickly fry each tortilla for 10–15 seconds per side. Drain on paper towels.
4. Fill and Roll: Coat tortillas with sauce (dip or brush), add beef and cheese, then roll tightly.
5. Arrange and Finish: Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish. Pour remaining sauce on top and sprinkle with cheese.
6. Bake: Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the sauce bubbles.

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🥗 Serving Suggestions

Top with fresh cilantro, sour cream, avocado slices, or diced onions. Pair with Spanish rice, refried beans, or a zesty green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.