Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef (80/20) - 1 pound
- Onion (medium) - 1, chopped
- Green bell pepper (medium) - 1, chopped
- Red bell pepper (medium) - 1, chopped
- Taco seasoning - 1 packet
- Enchilada sauce - 1 (28-ounce) can
- Corn tortillas - 16 (6-inch)
- Shredded cheddar cheese - 1 cup
- Sour cream - 1 cup
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Spread a layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Place a tortilla in the sauce, followed by a scoop of the beef mixture, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
- Roll up the tortilla and place it in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Top with sour cream before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 enchilada):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g (40%)
- Saturated Fat: 13g (65%)
- Cholesterol: 75mg (25%)
- Sodium: 650mg (28%)
- Carbohydrates: 35g (12%)
- Fiber: 5g (20%)
- Protein: 25g (50%)
Dish Characteristics:
- Cheesy, savory, and flavorful
- A blend of Tex-Mex and American flavors
- Perfect for a crowd of 8 and easy to prepare
User Comments:
- "These enchiladas were a hit! The beef filling was perfectly seasoned and the sauce was rich and flavorful." - Sarah
- "I love that the tortillas were soft and pliable, even after baking. They held the filling well." - John
- "I served these with rice and beans and it was the perfect family meal." - Jessica
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make the enchiladas gluten-free, use corn tortillas instead of wheat tortillas.
- To reduce the fat content, use lean ground beef and skim milk cheese.
- Be careful not to overcook the enchiladas, as this will make the tortillas tough.
