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cheese enchiladas

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Linda P
Cincinnati, OH

Better than take out.

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min

Ingredients For cheese enchiladas

  • 2 can
    (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
  • 1-1/3 c
    water
  • 2
    garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 16
    flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
  • 4 c
    shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 1/2 c
    shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 2
    medium onions, finely chopped
  • 1 c
    sour cream
  • 1/4 c
    minced fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • Toppings: Shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives and additional sour cream

How To Make cheese enchiladas

  • 1
    In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Spoon 2 tablespoons sauce over each tortilla.
  • 2
    In a large bowl, combine the Monterey Jack, 2 cups cheddar cheese, onions, sour cream, parsley, salt and pepper. Place about 1/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Pour remaining sauce over top.
  • 3
    Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake 4-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Garnish with lettuce, olives and sour cream if desired.

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