Beef Enchilada Stack
Recipe: #6299
August 23, 2012
Categories: Ground Beef, Mexican, Game/Sports Day Sunday Dinner, Oven Bake, Canned Fruit, Beef Dinner, Mexican Dinner, Ground Beef Dinner, more
"I received this from the Betty Crocker site, it looks interesting and something I'm going to make very soon"
Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (291.1 g)
- Calories 486.6
- Total Fat - 21 g
- Saturated Fat - 9.5 g
- Cholesterol - 95.4 mg
- Sodium - 494.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 42.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2 g
- Sugars - 22 g
- Protein - 32.8 g
- Calcium - 417.2 mg
- Iron - 2.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 21.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate or 9 1/2-inch glass deep-dish pie plate with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in bell pepper, corn, taco seasoning mix, tomatoes and enchilada sauce. Heat to boiling; remove from heat.
Step 2
Spread about 1/4 of beef mixture in thin layer in pie plate. Top with 3 tortillas (tortillas will overlap), 1/4 of beef mixture and 1/3 of cheese. Repeat layers 2 more times, starting with tortillas and ending with cheese on top. Pie plate will be very full but should not overflow.
Step 3
Bake about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Top each serving with sour cream and green onions.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- For best results, use Old El Paso enchilada sauce.
- Substitute lean ground chicken for the beef - This substitution will reduce the fat content of the dish and make it a healthier option.
- Substitute whole wheat tortillas for the corn tortillas - This substitution will add more fiber to the dish and make it more nutritious.
Vegetarian Enchilada Stack Replace the ground beef with 1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed) and 1 can of corn (drained). Use vegetable broth instead of water when preparing the taco seasoning mix. Replace the cheddar cheese with vegan cheese.
Vegetarian Enchilada Stack with Quinoa Replace the ground beef with 1 cup of cooked quinoa. Use vegetable broth instead of water when preparing the taco seasoning mix. Replace the cheddar cheese with vegan cheese.
RECOMMENDED DISH TITLE: Mexican Rice
RECOMMENDED DISH DESCRIPTION: Mexican Rice is the perfect accompaniment to this Beef Enchilada Stack. The savory flavors of the beef and enchilada sauce will be nicely balanced by the subtle sweetness of the Mexican Rice. Plus, it's an easy side dish to make and will add a nice texture and flavor to the meal.
RECOMMENDED DISH TITLE: Refried Beans
RECOMMENDED DISH DESCRIPTION: Refried beans are the perfect complement to this Beef Enchilada Stack. The creamy texture of the beans will balance the savory flavors of the beef and enchilada sauce. Plus, they're easy to prepare and will add a great flavor to the meal.
FAQ
Q: How do I make sure the beef enchilada stack doesn't overflow?
A: Make sure to only fill the pie plate to the top and not overfill it. The pie plate should be very full, but should not overflow.
Q: How long should I bake the beef enchilada stack?
A: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Fun facts:
The beef enchilada stack was inspired by the classic Tex-Mex dish, enchiladas. Enchiladas were first created in Mexico in the 19th century, and were popularized in the United States by celebrity chef, Rick Bayless.
The beef enchilada stack is a twist on the traditional enchilada. It was first created by the Betty Crocker company and has become a popular dish in many households. It is a great way to enjoy a classic Mexican dish with a modern twist.