Aug 11, 2010

Bean & Cheese Enchiladas














This recipe for enchiladas is simple, yummy & creamy !!!
This is one of those recipe that I never really tried to make at home because they seemed like they’d be time consuming, But they are not at all difficult to make. I made this last week and it was delicious & satisfying :)


For the Enchilada Sauce:

  • All - purpose Flour – 1 Tbsp
  • Oil – 1 Tbsp
  • Tomato Sauce – 8 oz can
  • Water – 1/2 cup
  • Oregano – 1/2 tsp
  • Garlic Powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Cumin Powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Sugar – 1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder – 1/2 tsp

    For the Enchiladas:
  • Corn Tortillas - 6
  • Refried Beans - 16 OZ can
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese - 2 cups
  • small Chopped Onions
  • chopped cilantro


    Method:
  • Heat Oil in a pan.
  • Add All-purpose Flour and whisk well.
  • Once the flour turns light pink, add Tomato Sauce, and Water.
  • Add Garlic Powder, Cumin Powder, Oregano, Salt, Sugar and Chili Powder. Mix well, cover and allow to come to a boil.
  • Uncover and allow the sauce to thicken (stir frequently). Remove from heat when thickened.
  • Preheat Oven to 400F Spray an oven proof pan with Oil and spread a little sauce to coat the bottom.
  • Wrap Corn Tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2 minutes.
  • Spread each Tortilla with 1-2 tablespoons of Sauce.
  • Place 2-3 Tbsp of Refried Beans along the center of the Tortilla.
  • Sprinkle Cheese and Onions on top of the beans.
  • Roll the Tortilla and place it seam side down in the pan.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Spread remaining Sauce over the rolled Enchiladas.
  • Sprinkle Cheese, Onions and cilantro over the top.
  • Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes at 400F in the oven.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes, cut and serve. If desired, garnish with cilantro and chopped onions.

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