Cheese Enchiladas

Dive into the ultimate comfort food with these ooey-gooey Cheese Enchiladas, a Mexican-inspired classic that's irresistibly cheesy and delightfully simple to make! Featuring tender corn tortillas filled with a savory blend of sharp Cheddar and creamy Monterey Jack cheeses, finely chopped onions, and just the right hint of seasoning, these enchiladas are rolled to perfection and smothered in a rich red enchilada sauce. Baked to bubbly, golden perfection in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing main at your next fiesta. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor, these cheesy, saucy bundles of joy are as comforting as they are satisfying. Serve them hot with your favorite sides like rice, beans, or a crisp salad for a dinner that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cups Red enchilada sauce
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Briefly heat each corn tortilla in the skillet for about 10 seconds on each side until pliable, then set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the shredded Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 5

Pour 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.

Step 6

Take a tortilla and place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture in the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the baking dish.

Step 7

Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining tortillas and cheese mixture.

Step 8

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas, spreading it to cover all the tortillas.

Step 9

Sprinkle any remaining cheese mixture over the top for additional flavor.

Step 10

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious cheese enchiladas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1859.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3268.5

Total Fat 163.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 340.0mg	0%
Sodium 10892.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 121.3g	0%

Vitamin D 72.0IU	0%
Calcium 2762.3mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1505.9mg	0%

*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: 44.8%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 40.5%