Beef Enchiladas and Refried Beans
Beef enchiladas paired with creamy “refried” beans offer an irresistible comfort food experience. Soft tortillas envelop seasoned ground beef and are generously smothered in rich enchilada sauce, then topped with gooey melted cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, evoking cherished family memories. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, these enchiladas will become a favorite for everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans (low sodium)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Stir in half of the enchilada sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with both cheeses.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg