Cheese Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Cheese Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. hot water; 1 c. chili powder; 1 Tbsp. cumin; 1 Tbsp. onion powder; 5 c. grated Longhorn cheese; cooking oil; 1 small can tomato sauce; 1 Tbsp. garlic salt; 24 corn tortillas; 2 c. chopped onion; 1 bowl cold water with about 4 ice cubes

Servings: persons

1
In a medium sized saucepan over a medium flame, stir together the hot water, chili powder, tomato sauce, cumin, garlic salt and onion powder.
2
In a 2 cup or larger measuring cup, mix together about 1/4 cup of flour with some hot water in order to make a semi-thick maltlike mixture.
3
Add this mixture to the saucepan mixture by using a sieve.
4
You will pour the flour mixture through a sieve in order to thicken the sauce in the saucepan.
5
It is very important that you continue stirring the sauce in the saucepan while adding the flour mixture.
6
You may need to make more of the flour mixture to add to the enchilada sauce until you reach a desired consistency for the sauce.
7
The sauce should be slightly thick and not too runny.

1794

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. hot water, 1 c. chili powder, 1 Tbsp. cumin, 1 Tbsp. onion powder, and more.

Yes, Cheese Enchiladas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese Enchiladas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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