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Garlic Beef Enchiladas

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The incorporation of garlic in this dish not only adds flavor but also provides potential health benefits, as garlic is rich in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory properties.

Ingredients

 

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled.

  3. Drain excess fat.

  4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  5. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to toast the spices.

  6. Pour in the enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  7. Warm the flour tortillas according to package instructions to make them pliable.

  8. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla.

  9. Roll them up tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

  10. Pour any remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled enchiladas.

  11. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the enchiladas.

  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  13. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Enjoy these flavorful and comforting Garlic Beef Enchiladas, perfect for a festive and satisfying Mexican-inspired meal.

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