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Beef Bean Enchiladas Recipe

A lighter take on a classic! Inspired by an American Heart Association recipe, these Beef Bean Enchiladas are packed with flavor and satisfyingly hearty, but with a focus on healthy ingredients. Quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 263.1 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beef Bean Enchiladas

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How to Make Beef Bean Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to broil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce and 1/2 cup your favorite salsa.
  3. Brush both sides of 6 corn tortillas with about half of the sauce mixture. Stack tortillas on a plate and set aside to soften (this step helps prevent breakage).
  4. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound lean ground beef over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Drain off any excess grease and transfer the beef to a colander. Rinse with hot water to remove excess fat and drain well.
  6. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return the beef to the skillet.
  7. Add 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes, or until heated through.
  9. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef and bean mixture down the center of each softened tortilla.
  10. Roll up the tortillas and place seam-down in a 10x6x2-inch baking dish.
  11. Pour the remaining sauce mixture evenly over the enchiladas.
  12. Broil 4 inches from the heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are lightly browned.
  13. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  14. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serves 4.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Main Dish Beans Beef Mexican Dietary One Dish Meal Gluten Free Free Of Something Meat