Garlic Beef Enchiladas Recipe

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Enchiladas are typically prepared with corn tortillas, but my husband, Jeff, and I prefer flour tortillas. I use them in this saucy casserole that has irresistible home-cooked flavor and a subtle kick. —Jennifer Standridge, Dallas, Georgia

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Garlic Beef Enchiladas Recipe
  • Prep: 30 min. Bake: 40 min.
  • Yield: 5 Servings
30 40 70

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
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  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
  • SAUCE:
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 10 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Directions

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in flour and seasonings. Stir in tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute or until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings; heat through.
  • Pour 1-1/2 cups sauce into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place about 1/4 cup beef mixture off center on each tortilla; top with 1-2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up and place over sauce, seam side down. Top with remaining sauce.
  • Bake, covered, 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 5 servings.

Nutritional Facts 2 enchiladas equals 751 calories, 43 g fat (21 g saturated fat), 128 mg cholesterol, 2,536 mg sodium, 56 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 38 g protein.

Originally published as Garlic Beef Enchiladas in Taste of Home April/May 1999, p25

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Reviewed on May. 10, 2013 by parksville

Made this recipe as is, but we didn't care for it which was disappointing after all of the positive reviews. Will not make again.

Reviewed on May. 06, 2013 by cathyoconnell

Fun and easy recipe - great flavor

Reviewed on May. 01, 2013 by MissArlene

Haven't made the Enchiladas yet (have it in my Cook'n file & can't wait to try it next week) but used the sauce in the Chimichangas I made last night. It added a great taste to them. The reviews about how good the sauce is are accurate. I typed the sauce recipe up separately & will be using it for Mexican cuisine!

Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2013 by susanrinaustin

Enchiladas made with flour tortillas?? Sacrilege!!

Reviewed on Feb. 20, 2013 by WilceAngel

These sound terrific but we do not like Sage. What spice could I use in place of it.

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2013 by OhBarbi

These are absolutely delectable. I warmed the flour tortillas on a comal prior to filling them. Seemed to keep the tortillas from getting pasty. Very good!

Reviewed on Feb. 06, 2013 by OhBarbi

These are absolutely delectable. I warmed the flour tortillas on a comal prior to filling them. Seemed to keep the tortillas from getting pasty. Very good!

Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2012 by EileenP21

Loved by 4 boys and a Dad.

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2012 by alysa

I usually like to make green sauce enchiladas. After making this I dont know if ill ever beable to go back! These are by far the best beef enchiladas I have ever had! I love garlic so add more than the recipe calls for. Kudos!

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2012 by hlkrba

I make a whole recipe and split it between two 8x8 pans. I bake one and freeze the other for a future meal.

Reviewed on Aug. 05, 2012 by carrie_johnson

This recipe was OK. Will not make again but certainly edible. Did not like the flour tortillas...to mushy with sauce. Kids likes but adults, not so much.

Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2012 by germanycook

Incredible - such a homemade taste! The spices were perfect, nice creamy tasty sauce and the amounts were great for our taste - enough sauce but not swimming in it. I did spread the sauce all over the top of the rolled tortillas once they were in the pan, as another reviewer said - and it really kept them from being too dry and crunchy. I made the whole recipe, then split it into two 9-inch glass dishes - two whole dinners for my husband and me!

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2012 by kerrynjames

Love these! I actually made 50% more last time to have some extra sauce and meat... and that's tonight's nachos! Thanks for the recipe!

Reviewed on May. 14, 2012 by senzascusa

O...M....G.....these are amazing! Most enchilada recipes I have call for store-bought enchilada sauce or a mix of other stuff that isn't very enchilada-y tasting. This sauce was fab. The beef is fab. Love love love. My family loved it. This is 'company-good' for a casual meal.

Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2012 by Bajaspeed

My kids really liked these!

Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2012 by Jamcat59

This recipe ROCKS!!!!! My family and friends love it! It is my go to recipe for something different in the weekly meal planning! been making it for years! Can't go wron making this one. The only thing I change is I delete the salt and you can't even tell it's missing. Great job and thank-you very much!

Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2012 by Catgirl6717

I've been looking for this recipe for 11 years!! It was a staple in my home and I lost my recipe folder in a move. Thank You, thank you!!

Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2012 by obsessedwithfood

The enchiladas were good but I was expecting to be wowwed after reading all the reviews and I wasn't. Maybe it really makes a difference as to how much of the spices was used. I put in the minimum amount when it said "1 to 2 tsp or tablespoons". Maybe I should have put in the full amount. I have other enchiladas recipes I like better but I might make this again. We'll see how the leftovers taste tomorrow.

Reviewed on Dec. 09, 2011 by aeg2t

VERY GOOD! Makes a lot, which I like. My husband and I love mexican flavors, and this tasted just as good as going out for enchiladas! Soo yummy!

Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2011 by MKEfoodie

My entire family LOVES this recipe! Variations:

1. Use cooked turkey or chicken instead of beef. (Great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey.)

2. Add a small layer of cannned refried beans to the tortilla before rolling up.

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2011 by LegalSec

Absolutely delicious. Such good flavor and the sauce was the greatest. Nothing like that can enchilada sauce. The only thing I will do different next time is double the sauce and add an additional 8oz can of tomato sauce. Very, very good. Really the person who said these were bland have no taste buds. I substituted the stewed tomatoes for a can of Rotel like another reviewer did. Excellent!

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2011 by melanie212

I never comment on recipes, but this was amazing! I only used 3 cloves of minced garlic in the sauce and next time I will use 2. This is just an awesome dish! There is no way that person who wrote it is bland followed the directions! It is anything but bland! wow! I love mexican food and this is so easy!

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2011 by kmfest2009

The best enchilada I've ever eaten in my life! The meat mixture is soooo delicious, I use it to make nachos as well! By far a must have on any monthly menu plan! :D

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2011 by homeformy4kids

These are awesome! The beef filling is my favorite, but the sauce is very yummy too. I happen to have fresh garlic from our farmer's market, and this recipe really lets it shine. My daughter can't wait for them to come out of the oven after sampling the filling!

Reviewed on Jul. 08, 2011 by rcgrile

I added Rotel to the meat to add a little heat. yummy!

Reviewed on May. 09, 2011 by eye_lady

Loved it! Very yummy, and easy to change to different tastes. So glad to now have a recipe that doesn't need canned enchilada sauce. We will be making this often, serves a crowd for very little cost!

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2011 by ejt325

We did not care for this recipe at all. We found it to bland.

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2011 by leosuser

good to cook.

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2011 by leosuser

good recipe to cook.

Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2011 by feadog4life

absolutely delicious! If you like, use shredded cooked chicken in the filling (add after the onions are cooked in a little olive oil) instead of the beef. Substitute chicken broth for the beef broth.

Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2011 by nikschwid

Delicious! I didn't add any salt and used low sodium broth and they turned out great! For the sauce I used the 1 tsp of chilli powder, cumin and sage and still had enough kick for us. Will make again!!

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2011 by Wolverines1976

It doesn't look anything like the picture, but it's EXCELLENT!!

Reviewed on Mar. 03, 2011 by aprilsparks

we have been making this recipe for years and we love it! We prefer corn tortillas and double the sauce.

Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2011 by jennkern

I have made this recipe exclusively for years! Another thing I love about this recipe is that they freeze really well for those days when you don't have time to cook!

Reviewed on Feb. 15, 2011 by colky08

the homemade sauce is heavenly!

Reviewed on Feb. 07, 2011 by mojazz

Just a tip for those feeling it tastes too salty. Add only a little salt in the beginning, you can always add more as you cook and taste. Can't wait to try this, thanks for the reviews.

Reviewed on Feb. 07, 2011 by mishfish

Been making this for years. My family loves it and I have served it to company often. It's on the menu this week!!

Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2011 by bylaw

This is really tasty. My whole family enjoyed - even my kids. I used corn tortillas for myself to make it gluten-free. I found I had to dip/brush sauce on both sides to keep them from breaking. I left out the flour in the filling and used 1/4 cup cornstarch in place of the flour in the sauce to make it GF. I just added the cornstarch to the broth. I think this would taste good with beans, either in the filling or on the side. Next time I might try reducing the butter. Has anyone tried that?

Reviewed on Sep. 10, 2010 by jamesandannie

The only change we will be making next time is to make more sauce! Delicious recipe though.

Reviewed on Jun. 09, 2010 by mothertoeight

My family LOVES these enchiladas!!! These definitely are worth the time in the kitchen. I've made these for guests and they all have requested that I make these again and invite them over. Absolutely scrumptious!

Reviewed on May. 05, 2010 by adamandliz

LOVED this recipe! Great flavors and different from my regular enchiladas. It was a nice change! Making them again tonight for cinco de mayo!

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2010 by Hannah0418

VERY VERY VERY good! Lots of flavor, enough spice to give it a kick but not overwhelming. will definately make it again. i did change one thing, used 1.5lbs beef cause 1lb didn't seem enough.

Reviewed on Apr. 23, 2010 by marise

Having grown up on mexican food, we never used corn tortillas -- always flour. This was too salty and all the spices left us drinking a lot of water. Dredging the tortillas in the sauce before filling and rolling would make them look more authentic.

Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2010 by lmr1967

This recipe is great!! Easy to make. Tastes as good as any Mexican restaurant. My son requests this at least once a week.

Reviewed on Apr. 17, 2010 by tammyp724

If my family had their way I would make this more often. I make extra sauce with it. I have to double the recipe. Written down for many family membes too!!

Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2010 by missyq

this was totally gross - all I could taste was salt and I love salt! Will go back to my original receipe - wanted to try something new and wish I hadn't

Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2010 by Studio210

These had wonderful flavor great recipe would make again.

Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2010 by foodymom

I love this recipe! The sauce is so good, who would ever buy sauce? I can't decide if I like it better with Flour tortillas or corn. Great standby recipe.

Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2010 by aimeechipps

These were great! Definitely my new go to beef enchilada recipe.

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2009 by mishfish

one of my husband's favorites. I have made it for company and had rave reviews. i add a bit more stewed tomatoes to it, though, as my family prefers that!!

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2009 by CatherineBennet

This is one of my favorite recipes. Thank you for sharing!

Reviewed on May. 24, 2009 by linda63

Jennifer this recipe is outstanding. Hubby raves about it everytime I make it.

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2009 by jeffandbrandi

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2009 by KellyTBoyle

I substituted a can of Rotel tomatoes for the tomato sauce with great results. It gave it a nice extra kick.

Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2009 by ortiz42

This is one of the best recipes I've ever tried, we use chicken for the filling. This sauce is the best

Reviewed on Nov. 03, 2008 by partot

Excellent recipe for Mexican fare!

Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2008 by weeblewoman

If i am lazy and don't want to make the meat sauce, I squish up my homemade chili (that i always keep a supply of in the freezer) and use it instead. And I agree with mattnat, I could practically drink the sauce!

Reviewed on Jun. 07, 2008 by mattnat

This is well worth the time it takes in the kitchen. Every time I make it; the sauce is so delicious I end up scraping the pan and licking the spoon! The other night I made the meat filling from this recipe; put it in some store bought tostada bowls with some salad fixings. It was a big hit! My kids are not fans of enchiladas, so I save some tortillas when I make the enchiladas and make "soft tacos" for them.

Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2008 by conneaut_native

This dish is so delicious. I also use the meat recipe for tacos. This is a recipe that I will use over and over again. Thanks

 
 

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