Best Beef Enchiladas

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef (80/20): 2 pounds
• Onion, chopped: 1 large
• Bell pepper, chopped: 1 large
• Garlic, minced: 3 cloves
• Chili powder: 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Corn tortillas: 16 (6-inch)
• Shredded sharp cheddar cheese: 16 ounces
• Enchilada sauce: 1 (12-ounce) can
• Sour cream, for topping: 1 cup
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for topping: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy-Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain off excess grease.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the meat and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
5. Spread 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. Place 1/4 cup of meat mixture in the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of cheese.
7. Roll up each tortilla and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
8. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
9. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Top with sour cream and cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 2 enchiladas
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 750mg
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Rich and cheesy
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for a special occasion or casual gathering

User Comments:

• "These enchiladas were absolutely delicious! The beef filling was tasty, and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely make these again."
• "My guests raved about these enchiladas. They were so easy to make, and they tasted like they came from a five-star restaurant."
• "I love that this recipe uses easily available ingredients. I always have these items on hand, so I can whip up these enchiladas whenever I want."
• "These enchiladas are perfect for a crowd. I made them for a party, and they were a huge hit."
• "The sour cream and cilantro topping adds the perfect finishing touch to these enchiladas."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use lean ground beef (80/20) to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.
• If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use your favorite tomato sauce instead.
• Feel free to add other ingredients to the meat filling, such as chopped olives, jalapeños, or corn.
• For a crispier topping, sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top of the enchiladas before baking.
• Serve these enchiladas with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or guacamole.