Enchilada Kookalagoomba (Enchilada Casserole)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Enchilada Kookalagoomba (Enchilada Casserole)
in Meal

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can red chili sauce ( I use Las Palmas original )
1 can tomato sauce
1 large onion , chopped
1 can sliced olives
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb monterey jack cheese
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
6 -8 small corn tortillas
2 garlic cloves , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
437
Sugar
3g
Fat
28g
Enchilada Kookalagoomba, also known as enchilada casserole, is a classic Mexican dish that has been enjoyed by many for years. This recipe is simple to make and can be customized to suit your taste. It consists of layers of corn tortillas, meat sauce, and cheese, baked until bubbly and golden brown. This hearty casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be served with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onions together over medium-high heat until the ground beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft.
3.Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4.Add the red chili sauce, tomato sauce, olives, and salt, stirring until well combined.
5.Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
6.Spread a thin layer of the meat sauce in the bottom of a large baking dish.
7.Add a layer of corn tortillas, tearing them if necessary to fit.
8.Add a layer of the meat sauce, spreading it evenly over the tortillas.
9.Add a layer of grated cheese.
10.Repeat layers of tortillas, meat sauce, and cheese until all ingredients are used.
11.Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
12.Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
13.Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This enchilada casserole is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

It is a crowd-pleaser and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.

CONS

The casserole is high in calories and fat.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or gluten-free diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does contain protein from the ground beef and calcium from the cheese.
Adding vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach can increase the nutritional value of the dish.

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