Hearty Beef Enchiladas

Total Time

Prep: 30 min. Bake: 20 min.

Makes

28 servings

Updated: Oct. 15, 2022
Since this recipe fills four 13-inch x 9-inch baking dishes, it's perfect for feeding a gang. I set out small bowls of shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions and diced tomatoes so folks can add their own garnishes. -Richard Clements, San Dimas, California

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds ground beef
  • 4 medium onions, chopped
  • 4 cans (16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained
  • 4 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided
  • 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa, divided
  • Canola oil
  • 28 corn or flour tortillas (8 inches)
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained

Directions

  1. In a stock pot, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, two cans of enchilada sauce and 1 cup salsa; set aside.
  2. In a small skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil. Dip each tortilla in hot oil for 3 seconds on each side or just until limp; drain on paper towels.
  3. Top each tortilla with 2/3 cup beef mixture. Roll up and place seam side down in four greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce and salsa. Sprinkle with cheese and olives.
  4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 340 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.