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Beef Enchilada Casserole

Hearty Beef Enchilada Casserole Everyone Will Love

A comforting Beef Enchilada Casserole that is easy to customize and loved by the whole family.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef opt for lean beef
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion dice
  • 1 medium Jalapeño remove seeds for mild
  • 1 can Pinto Beans
  • 1 tbsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust for spice tolerance
For the Casserole
  • 8 large Flour Tortillas use gluten-free if desired
  • 2 cups Red Enchilada Sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups Shredded Pepper Jack or Mexican Cheese Blend cheddar for a sharper taste
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro omit if cilantro-averse
  • 2 units Lime Wedges for extra flavor
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocado

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • aluminum foil

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 6-8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Add the diced onion and jalapeño to the skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until tender. Stir in the pinto beans and half a cup of the red enchilada sauce.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer 3-4 tortillas over the sauce, spoon half of the beef mixture on top, and sprinkle with cheese.
  4. Continue layering with another layer of tortillas, remaining beef mixture, more cheese, and another drizzle of enchilada sauce.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is golden.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 10-20 minutes before serving. Top with desired garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored covered in the fridge. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated through.

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