Combo 3- Cheese Enchilada, Beef Taco & Bean Tostada Recipe

Combination Dinners

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   Enchiladas: Filling

   In a large bowl, mix 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack), 0.5 cup finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro. If desired, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil to help blend. Set aside.

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   Enchiladas: Tortillas

   Warm 12 corn tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable, then wrap to keep soft.

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   Enchiladas: Fill and roll

   Spoon about 2 tablespoons of cheese filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.

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   Enchiladas: Bake

   Pour 2 cups enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and cheese is melted. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.

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   Beef Tacos: Brown beef

   In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up any clumps.

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   Beef Tacos: Season

   Stir in 2 tablespoons taco seasoning and 0.25 cup water. Simmer 5 minutes until sauce thickens and beef is coated.

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   Beef Tacos: Prep toppings

   Prepare toppings: shred 1 cup lettuce, dice 1 tomato, and have 1 cup shredded cheese ready. Warm 8 flour tortillas if desired.

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   Beef Tacos: Assemble

   Fill each tortilla with some beef, then top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and a spoon of salsa.

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   Bean Tostadas: Prep shells

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 6 tostada shells on a baking sheet and bake 3-5 minutes to crisp.

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    Bean Tostadas: Beans

    Warm 2 cups refried beans in a pot until smooth.

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    Bean Tostadas: Build tostadas

    Spread a layer of warm beans on each tostada shell, then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese, 1 cup shredded lettuce, 1 medium tomato, and 1/4 cup diced onion.

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    Rice: Cook liquid

    Rinse 1 cup white rice. In a pot, combine with 2 cups water and 1 cup chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

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    Rice: Fluff and finish

    Remove from heat; fluff with a fork. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 clove minced garlic, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.