Beef Enchilada Casserole

Beef Enchilada Casserole: A Comforting, Flavor-Packed Classic 🌶️🧀

If you love the bold, satisfying flavors of Mexican-inspired cuisine but want something easy to prepare, a Beef Enchilada Casserole is the perfect dish. It transforms the traditional rolled enchiladas into a layered, oven-baked meal that’s simple, hearty, and ideal for family dinners or meal prep.

This casserole combines seasoned ground beef, rich enchilada sauce, soft tortillas, and melted cheese into a bubbling, golden masterpiece. Let’s walk through it step by step so you can make it perfectly every time.

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (400g / 15 oz) enchilada sauce
• 1 can (400g / 15 oz) diced tomatoes (drained)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
• 1 cup canned black beans (optional, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup corn kernels (optional)
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

🔪 Step 1: Prepare the Beef Filling

Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.

Once the beef is nearly done:

• Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Drain excess fat if needed.

🌶️ Step 2: Add Flavor and Sauce

Now it’s time to build that rich enchilada flavor:

• Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
• Add the diced tomatoes and about half of the enchilada sauce.

Let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes so the flavors blend together beautifully. If you’re using black beans or corn, mix them in at this stage.

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