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Delicious cheese enchiladas topped with sauce and garnished with cilantro

Cheese Enchiladas

Cheese enchiladas are a delicious and comforting dish that can be easily customized with your favorite fillings and toppings, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 8 pieces corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups queso cheese (or queso dip)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Tex-Mex seasoning
  • to taste fresh cilantro for garnish

Optional Ingredients

  • to taste optional proteins (chicken, beef, or beans)
  • to taste optional veggies (bell peppers, onions, etc.)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a skillet, heat the queso cheese until melted.
  • If using proteins or veggies, sauté them until cooked.
  • Take a tortilla, fill it with the queso mixture and protein/veggies if desired, then roll it up.
  • Place the rolled tortillas in a baking dish seam-side down.
  • Pour enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheese blend on top.

Baking

  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Use fresh tortillas for the best texture and flavor. Mix different types of cheese for a unique taste. For added heat, incorporate diced green chiles or spicy seasoning. This dish can be made vegetarian by using beans and lots of veggies as the filling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 14gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Cheese Enchiladas, Cheesy Tortillas, Easy Dinner Recipe, Enchiladas, Mexican Comfort Food
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