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Beef Enchilada Casserole

Beef Enchilada Casserole: A Cozy, Flavor-Packed Delight

This Beef Enchilada Casserole embodies comforting flavor and effortless preparation, making it an ideal weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitution: Use lentils for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 pieces Onion
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 can Green Chiles
  • 1 can Black Beans Substitution: Use additional lentils or mushrooms.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce
For the Casserole Layers
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Substitution: Replace with zucchini slices or cauliflower tortillas for a low-carb option.
  • 3 cups Colby Jack Cheese Substitution: Use dairy-free cheese alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • separate skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Beef Enchilada Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions with kosher salt for about 5 minutes. Add chili powder and cumin, then stir in flour and gradually whisk in chicken stock, tomato sauce, and garlic, simmering for 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate skillet, cook the ground beef with diced onion over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Mix in green chiles and black beans, adding ½ cup of enchilada sauce.
  4. Spread ½ cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Layer 6 corn tortillas, dipping each in remaining sauce.
  5. Layer half of the beef mixture over the tortillas and sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Add remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and 2 cups of cheese on top.
  6. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish makes for delicious leftovers, perfect for lunch the next day.

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