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Lazy Enchiladas

This dish consists of rolled tortillas filled with a seasoned cheese and meat mixture, topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese. It is baked until bubbly with a golden crust on top, creating a comforting casserole with a tender, saucy texture and crispy edges.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 pieces flour tortillas 8-inch size
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey, cooked and drained
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce canned or homemade
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes, until it becomes fragrant and slightly softened.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions. Break apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  4. Remove the skillet from heat. Mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the beef mixture for added flavor and moisture.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  5. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  6. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll tightly. Arrange the rolled tortillas seam side down in the baking dish.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the assembled rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
    8 pieces flour tortillas
  8. Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted and golden, about 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.