Description
Beef Enchilada Casserole is a delightful dish that layers tender ground beef, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese for a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole will impress your guests and warm your heart. Dive into this cheesy masterpiece that’s as enjoyable to prepare as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 6 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until no pink remains.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and black beans; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture, followed by three tortillas, half of the enchilada sauce, and a generous layer of cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg