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Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas Recipe Easy for a Crowd to Make

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A quick and easy cheesy ground beef enchiladas recipe perfect for feeding a crowd with simple ingredients and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 20 small (6-inch) corn tortillas, warmed
  • 3 cups shredded cheese (blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef, break it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  5. Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in 1 cup of enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  6. In a bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded cheese with the remaining 1 cup of enchilada sauce to create a creamy cheese mixture.
  7. Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp towel and microwaving for 30 seconds or warming in a dry skillet for a few seconds per side.
  8. Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture on each tortilla, then spoon some cheese sauce on top. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  9. Pour any remaining meat mixture and cheese sauce over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly on top.
  10. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  12. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Drain excess fat from beef to avoid greasiness. Adjust salt and spices to taste depending on enchilada sauce brand. Cover baking dish with foil during initial baking to keep tortillas moist, then uncover for a golden cheese crust. Leftovers store well in fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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