Description
Beef Enchilada Bake is a hearty, comforting dish that combines layers of savory ground beef, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce nestled between soft tortillas. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will delight your taste buds and leave everyone wanting more. With its bubbly topping and customizable ingredients, Beef Enchilada Bake promises a satisfying meal that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, then drain excess fat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the enchilada sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer three tortillas at the bottom of the baking dish. Add half of the beef mixture, followed by a layer of cheese.
- Repeat layering with three more tortillas, remaining beef mixture, and cheese. Finish with three final tortillas topped with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot with sour cream and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (175g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg