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Layered Enchilada Bake Recipe

This hearty layered enchilada bake combines tender beef, gooey cheese, and flavorful sauces for a comforting meal your family will love. Perfect for a delicious and satisfying dinner any night of the week.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef lean
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce red
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas cut into strips
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
    1 cup onion
  • Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
    2 cloves garlic
  • Stir in black beans, corn, and 1 cup of enchilada sauce.
    1 can black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • Simmer mixture for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
  • Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
    2 cups enchilada sauce
  • Layer half of the tortilla strips over the sauce.
    8 pieces corn tortillas
  • Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
    1 cup onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 can black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 2 cups enchilada sauce, 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.
    8 pieces corn tortillas, 1 cup onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 can black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, 2 cups enchilada sauce, 2 cups cheddar cheese
  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro.
    1 cup sour cream, ¼ cup fresh cilantro

Notes

This layered enchilada bake is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with your favorite toppings and veggies. Enjoy with a fresh salad or guacamole.