cheese enchiladas

Cincinnati, OH
Updated on Dec 28, 2009

Better than take out.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

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

How To Make cheese enchiladas

  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 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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