Description
These Beef and Bean Enchiladas are a flavorful and hearty Mexican-inspired dish featuring seasoned ground beef and black beans rolled in soft flour tortillas, topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, they come together quickly and bake to cheesy, saucy perfection.
Ingredients
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Beef and Bean Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the enchiladas once assembled.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef thoroughly until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Season the Meat: Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the cooked beef, mixing well to distribute the spices evenly for great flavor.
- Add Beans and Sauce: Mix in the drained black beans along with 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce, combining everything to create the filling mixture.
- Assemble Enchiladas: Spoon an even amount of the beef and bean mixture onto the center of each flour tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden in spots.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving the enchiladas hot. Enjoy your delicious homemade meal!
Notes
- You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option if desired.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- Leftover enchiladas keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
- Adding a dollop of sour cream or fresh cilantro on top can enhance the serving presentation and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
