Enchilada Casserole III

Enchilada Casserole III

This is a layered casserole that is always a favorite with my husband and kids. Served with Spanish rice and a green salad, it is sure to please everyone.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 (1.5 ounce) package dry enchilada sauce mix
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix the dry enchilada sauce according to package directions, replacing tomato sauce with the tomato paste and water

Step 3
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with garlic salt and onion powder; drain fat. Mix refried beans and 1/2 cup of the prepared enchilada sauce with the meat.

Step 4
Dip enough corn tortillas to cover the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish in the remaining enchilada sauce. Arrange tortillas in the dish. Spoon in half of the meat mixture, covering the tortillas. Spread half of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the meat. Cover with another layer tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Spoon in remaining meat mixture and top with a final layer of tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Pour any remaining sauce over the layers and top with remaining cheese.

Step 5
Cover and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

449
Calories
22g
Fat
35g
Carbs
28g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 449
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat11g 54%
Cholesterol87mg 29%
Sodium1522mg 66%
Total Carbohydrate35g 13%
Dietary Fiber8g 27%
Total Sugars3g
Protein28g
Vitamin C8mg 40%
Calcium299mg 23%
Iron4mg 21%
Potassium649mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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