Tex-mex Recipe
Cheese enchiladas with our signature Tex-Mex Sauce, straight to you from South Texas.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Enchiladas
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
- 2
Add the Tomatoes and Spices
Add diced tomatoes, green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Prepare the Enchiladas
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Soften the corn tortillas by lightly frying them in a skillet with a bit of oil for about 30 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Assemble the Enchiladas
Spread a bit of the Tex-Mex sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. Take a softened tortilla, fill it with shredded cheese, and roll it up. Place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- 5
Top with Sauce and Bake
Pour the remaining Tex-Mex sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle any remaining cheese on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
