Looking for a comforting and delicious dinner idea? This Cheesy Enchilada Bake is the perfect solution! It’s simple to prepare, packed with flavor, and sure to satisfy your cravings. Let’s dive into this delightful recipe that serves 5.
Ingredients
To create this mouth-watering dish, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 12 (4-inch) corn tortillas, cut or torn into pieces
- 1 (7-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, freshly grated
- Chopped tomatoes, for topping
- Sliced green onions, for topping
- Fresh cilantro, for topping
Grocery List
Before heading to the store, here’s a quick grocery list to ensure you have everything you need:
- Ground beef
- Olive oil
- All-purpose flour
- Chicken stock
- Tomato sauce
- Tomato paste
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Corn tortillas
- Diced green chiles (canned)
- Frozen corn
- Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro for garnishing
Cooking Instructions
Follow these steps to whip up your Cheesy Enchilada Bake:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Make the Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked beef and stir to combine. Gradually add the chicken stock while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Then mix in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Assemble the Bake: In a large baking dish, layer half of the tortilla pieces on the bottom. Pour half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the corn and green chiles. Sprinkle half of the cheese on top. Repeat these layers with the remaining ingredients.
- Bake: Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Once out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, and fresh cilantro.
Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
Nutritional Information
Each serving of this Cheesy Enchilada Bake contains approximately:
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 25g
(Nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Tips and Notes
- For added heat, consider incorporating jalapeños or cayenne pepper into your sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a side salad or some Mexican rice.
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