Karen’s Enchilada Casserole

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 12
Karen's Enchilada Casserole - a delicious and comforting Mexican dish perfect for family dinners
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 small onion , chopped
1 lb ground beef
1 can enchilada sauce ( or a homemade recipe of your choice )
1 can olives , sliced
1 can green chilies , diced
1 lb cheddar cheese , shredded ( a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack is also nice )
1 dozen corn tortilla
sour cream ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
548
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
Karen's Enchilada Casserole is inspired by the flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine, combining ground beef, enchilada sauce, green chilies, and olives to create a hearty and comforting casserole. The layers of tortilla and melty cheese provide a delicious and satisfying texture that is perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends. This dish also makes a great make-ahead meal that can be assembled and baked when ready to eat. Serve with a side salad or some rice to complete the meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a large skillet, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat, add chopped onion and ground beef, cook and stir until beef is fully browned and onion is translucent.
3.Mix in enchilada sauce, olives, and green chilies; simmer for about 10 minutes.
4.In a 9 x 13 inch (23 x 33 cm) baking dish, spread a small amount of the beef mixture on the bottom,
5.Layer tortillas on the bottom, then spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
6.Sprinkle a layer of cheese over the beef mixture, repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of cheese.
7.Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8.Remove the foil and bake for 5 to 10 more minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
10.Top with sour cream if desired.

PROS

Karen’s Enchilada Casserole is a crowd-pleasing and simple-to-make dish that is perfect for family dinners.

The recipe is versatile and can be customized to your liking, you could add more vegetables or fillings to make it heartier and more nutritious.

It reheats well and tastes even better as leftovers.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat; however, it is a rich and satisfying comfort food that should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It contains a significant amount of sodium, so it may not be the best choice for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Karen’s Enchilada Casserole contains a good amount of protein and is rich in calcium from the cheese.
Its ingredients also contain some health benefits; green chilies could aid in digestion and boost metabolism, while olive and enchilada sauce could offer anti-inflammatory benefits.

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