Cheesy Beef Enchiladas

Description:
A hearty, satisfying dish featuring tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef, beans, and cheese, then smothered in enchilada sauce and baked to melty perfection. Ideal for those seeking a high-protein, calorie-rich meal.

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🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 2

🔥 Calories per serving: ~640 kcal

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🛒 Ingredients

Filling:

• 200g (7 oz) ground beef
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup canned black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Enchiladas:

• 4 small flour or corn tortillas
• 3/4 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (for topping)

Optional toppings:

• Sour cream
• Sliced green onions or cilantro
• Diced avocado or guacamole

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef Filling:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until it begins to brown.
2. Add chopped onions and cook for another 3–4 minutes until soft.
3. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add beans and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheese. Set aside.

2. Assemble the Enchiladas:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Lightly grease a baking dish.
3. Place 1/4 of the beef mixture onto each tortilla. Roll them up and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
4. Pour enchilada sauce over the top, covering all tortillas.
5. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top.

3. Bake:

1. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
2. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

4. Serve:

1. Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
2. Top with sour cream, green onions, or avocado if desired.
3. Serve warm with rice or a side salad for extra calories.

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💡 Tips:

• For even more calories, add a layer of refried beans inside the tortilla or drizzle with crema before serving.
• Use full-fat cheese for richer flavor and energy content.
• Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted, but beef offers higher fat content for weight gain.