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Beef Enchilada Casserole: A Delicious Family Feast!

A hearty and flavorful Beef Enchilada Casserole that the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 10 ounces red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 8 corn tortillas cut into quarters
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  5. Add the black beans, enchilada sauce, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom. Layer half of the tortilla quarters over the beef mixture, followed by half of the remaining beef mixture, and then half of the shredded cheese.
  7. Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6 of the casseroleCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use a plant-based meat alternative for a vegetarian version.

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