Creamy cheddar beef enchiladas –When it comes to comfort food, few dishes hit the spot quite like cheesy enchiladas. I recently tried a recipe for Creamy Cheddar Beef Enchiladas, and let me tell you, they were a huge hit! My husband couldn’t get enough of them. The combination of tender beef and gooey cheese wrapped in soft tortillas is simply irresistible. Here’s how you can make this amazing dish at home.
Creamy Cheddar Beef Enchiladas
Take a look at this mouthwatering image that captures the essence of these delicious enchiladas.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic until the meat is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the enchilada sauce, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In each tortilla, spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture, then top it with shredded cheddar cheese, and roll the tortilla tightly. Place the rolled tortillas seam side down in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together sour cream and the remaining beef mixture. Pour this mixture over the tortillas in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle any remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Serve these enchiladas with a side of Mexican rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Trust me, this delicious dish will become a favorite in your household!