Description
Carmen Benton's layered enchilada casserole — corn tortillas alternated with seasoned ground beef, American cheese, and a homemade chili-tomato sauce, stacked and baked until bubbly. A hearty, cheesy, crowd-feeding Tex-Mex casserole that's distinct from a soup or stew version.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic in butter until soft.
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Add the flour, salt, and chili powder, stirring until smooth.
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Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water. Cook until thick and smooth.
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Fry the ground beef, seasoned to taste with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
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Grate the cheese.
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In a large casserole dish, layer tortillas, meat, cheese, and sauce. Continue layering until all ingredients are used, ending with sauce and cheese on top.
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Bake at 350°F for 40-60 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and the sauce is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 480kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26g40%
- Saturated Fat 13g65%
- Cholesterol 85mg29%
- Sodium 980mg41%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 28g57%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
End the layering with sauce and cheese on top — this ensures the casserole browns nicely and doesn't dry out at the edges during the longer 40-60 minute bake.
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