Iowa Enchiladas with Ground Beef

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Chopped cilantro for garnish

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
5. Spread 1/4 cup of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
6. Roll up the tortillas and place them in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown.
8. Top with sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving, 1 enchilada)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and juicy ground beef
• Cheesy and satisfying
• Perfect for a casual meal or party

User Comments:

• "These enchiladas were delicious! The beef was well-seasoned and the sauce had a great flavor."
• "I loved the cheesy filling and the crispy tortillas."
• "These enchiladas were easy to make and a big hit with my family."
• "I added some chopped jalapenos to the filling for a bit of spice."
• "I served these enchiladas with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make gluten-free enchiladas, use gluten-free tortillas.
• For a spicier dish, add more chili powder or diced jalapenos to the filling.
• If you don't have ground beef, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken.