Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 can

Old El Paso enchilada sauce

1 can

tomato sauce

small

1.5 lb

ground meat

0.5 tsp

garlic

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

12 unit

corn tortillas

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 cup

cheese

shredded

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, combine enchilada sauce and tomato sauce.

Step 3
~4 min

In a skillet, brown ground meat over medium heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Drain any excess fat from the cooked ground meat.

Step 5
~4 min

Season the ground meat with garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 6
~4 min

Dip each corn tortilla in the enchilada sauce mixture.

Step 7
~4 min

Arrange a layer of sauce-dipped tortillas in the bottom of a casserole dish.

Step 8
~4 min

Add a layer of the seasoned ground meat over the tortillas.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle a layer of cheese over the meat.

Step 10
~4 min

Distribute a layer of chopped onions over the cheese.

Step 11
~4 min

Repeat layers of tortillas, meat, cheese, and onions until all ingredients are used.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour any remaining enchilada sauce mixture over the top layer of the casserole.

Step 13
~4 min

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes.

Step 15
~4 min

Remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to allow the cheese to melt and brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add black olives or green chilies for extra flavor.

Use a blend of cheeses for a richer taste.

Top with sour cream or guacamole before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of rice and beans.

Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Mexican-American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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