Queso Beef Enchiladas

Dive into the bold and cheesy flavors of Queso Beef Enchiladas, a Tex-Mex delight that combines seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and a luscious queso sauce for the ultimate comfort meal. This recipe features tender flour tortillas stuffed with a spiced beef filling, enhanced by aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and classic Mexican spices like chili powder and cumin. Topped with a velvety, homemade queso sauce infused with diced green chiles and baked to bubbly perfection, these enchiladas are as irresistible as they are easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish comes together in under an hour and offers an effortless way to please every cheese lover at the table. Serve it with a garnish of fresh cilantro for a burst of flavor and a pop of color.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 8 ounces processed cheese (e.g., Velveeta), cubed
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Lay a flour tortilla flat and spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture into the center. Sprinkle with a small handful of shredded cheese, then roll up the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and beef mixture.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.

Step 6

Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cubed processed cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth. Stir in the diced green chiles. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.

Step 8

Pour the queso sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1504.1 grams (1504.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2870

Total Fat 181.00g	232%
Saturated Fat 92.10g	460%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 581mg	194%
Sodium 4023mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 179.40g	65%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 27.00g
Protein 150.10g	300%

Vitamin D 166IU	828%
Calcium 2163mg	166%
Iron 19mg	105%
Potassium 2196mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.3%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 24.4%