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5-Ingredient Beef Enchiladas

These 5-Ingredient Beef Enchiladas are saucy, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make. With just five pantry staples, you’ll have a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner on the table in no time.
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Mexican-Inspired / AmericanServings: 4–6 servingsCalories: ~430 kcal per serving
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Cook the beef
  4. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat.
  5. Assemble enchiladas
  6. Spoon beef evenly into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  7. Add sauce & cheese
  8. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle cheese on top.
  9. Bake
  10. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.
  11. Rest & serve
  12. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.