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make ahead enchilada casserole

Make Ahead Enchilada Casserole: Easy 5-Step Recipe!


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This make-ahead enchilada casserole is easy and delicious. Perfect for busy nights or gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add black beans, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir to combine.
  4. In a baking dish, layer four tortillas on the bottom.
  5. Spoon half of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
  6. Sprinkle half of the cheese on top.
  7. Repeat with another layer of tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.
  8. Top with diced tomatoes and remaining cheese.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use shredded chicken or turkey instead of beef.
  • For a vegetarian version, skip the meat and add more beans or vegetables.
  • Prepare the casserole a day ahead and store in the fridge before baking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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