Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
20 unit

frozen chopped spinach

thawed

1 cup

mushrooms

sliced

0.33 cup

onion

finely diced

15 ounce

pinto beans

rinsed and drained

3 tsp

chili powder

divided

0.25 tsp

red pepper flakes

0.5 tsp

cumin

8 ounce

low-sodium tomato sauce

2 tbsp

water

0.5 tsp

hot pepper sauce

8 unit

corn tortillas

0.75 cup

reduced-fat monterey jack cheese

0.25 cup

low-fat cheddar cheese

1 dash

salt

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

Thaw frozen spinach and squeeze out excess water.

Step 3
~2 min

Finely dice the onion.

Step 4
~2 min

Slice the mushrooms.

Step 5
~2 min

Rinse and drain the pinto or black beans.

Step 6
~2 min

In a large skillet, combine spinach, sliced mushrooms, diced onions, rinsed and drained beans, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, and red pepper flakes.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook the mixture over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are softened.

Step 8
~2 min

Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 9
~2 min

In a pie pan, combine tomato sauce, water, the remaining 1 teaspoon of chili powder, cumin, and hot pepper sauce.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir the sauce mixture well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 11
~2 min

Dip each corn tortilla into the tomato sauce mixture, coating both sides.

Step 12
~2 min

Stack the dipped tortillas on wax paper to prevent sticking.

Step 13
~2 min

Divide the spinach filling into 8 equal portions.

Step 14
~2 min

Spoon one portion of the spinach mixture onto the center of each tortilla.

Step 15
~2 min

Roll up each tortilla tightly, encasing the spinach filling.

Step 16
~2 min

Place the rolled enchiladas in a baking dish, ensuring they nestle together to prevent them from unrolling.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~2 min

Pour the remaining tomato sauce mixture evenly over the enchiladas in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 18
~2 min

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture during baking.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 19
~2 min

Bake the covered enchiladas in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 20
~2 min

Remove the aluminum foil from the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 21
~2 min

Sprinkle the reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese and low-fat cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the enchiladas.

Step 22
~2 min

Return the enchiladas to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Step 23
~2 min

Continue baking until the cheese is fully melted and has a gooey consistency.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 24
~2 min

For microwave option: After preparing enchiladas and placing them in a dish, cover the dish with vented plastic wrap.

Step 25
~2 min

Microwave on medium power for approximately 10 minutes.

Step 26
~2 min

Sprinkle with cheese.

Step 27
~2 min

Microwave at Medium for about 1 minute or until cheese is melted.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Squeeze as much water as possible from the thawed spinach to prevent soggy enchiladas.

Add other vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini to the filling.

Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

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 salsa or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Mexican cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family meal
casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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