Candi's Enchilada Sauce

A Bowl Of Candi's Enchilada Sauce.
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Candi Hummer

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@nvmommyx6

I'm more into flavor than I am fire! My folks can't eat the canned stuff (it bothers me too). So I made this and they love it and it does not bother them at all!! Enjoy!

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This enchilada sauce is fresh, hardy and has bright flavors. It's a little spicy with notes of fresh garlic, bell pepper, and onion. The blend of spices makes it delicious! We served this with chicken, cheese and onion enchiladas and it was fabulous. If you're serving a crowd, cook a double batch and keep it warm in a Crock Pot. Canned sauces are great, but when fresh veggies are available it's fun to make a fresh sauce. Test Kitchen Avatar The Test Kitchen


Rating:

★★★★★ 4 votes

Comments:
27 Comments
Serves:
12+
Prep:
10 Min
Cook:
30 Min
Method:
Stove Top

Ingredients

  • 1 can(s)
    tomato sauce (28 oz)
  • 2 can(s)
    diced tomatoes (15 oz)
  • 1 Tbsp
    dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp
    beef stock (granules)
  • 1 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1 tsp
    paprika
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh garlic
  • 1 medium
    onion, diced
  • 1/2 small
    green bell pepper

How to Make Candi's Enchilada Sauce

Step-by-Step

  1. Canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a food processor.
    Place diced canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and bell pepper in food processor and puree.
  2. Spices and other ingredients added to a pan.
    Add all ingredients to a heavy pan.
  3. Enchilada sauce simmering on the stove.
    Simmer for 30-45 minutes stirring regularly so not to burn.
  4. Enchilada sauce in a resealable container.
    Let cool. Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  5. Enchilada sauce poured over enchiladas.
    I also add fresh tomatoes if I have them from the garden in place of the canned tomatoes when I can!

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About Candi's Enchilada Sauce

Course/Dish: Other Side Dishes Salsas Marinades Other Sauces Spreads
Main Ingredient: Vegetable
Regional Style: Mexican
Dietary Needs: Vegetarian
Collections: Comfort Classics Fiesta Time!
Other Tags: Quick & Easy For Kids Healthy
Hashtags: #mexican #Enchilada sauce

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