Enchilada Beef

By carvalhohm

This enchilada beef recipe is a family favorite and is really easy to make. It's simple preparation, zippy flavor and melted cheese make it irresistible!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 cup tomato juice
• 1 can (6-ounce) tomato paste
• 1 can (4-ounce) chopped green chilies, drained
• 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons enchilada sauce mix
• 2 cups (8-ounce) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup coarsely crushed corn chips
• Additional corn chips, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Place onion in a microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Crumble beef over onion and mix well. Cover and cook on high for 4 to 6 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, stirring once; drain.

Stir in the tomato juice, tomato paste, green chilies and sauce mix. Spread half of beef mixture in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining beef mixture. Cover and microwave for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

Sprinkle with crushed corn chips and remaining cheese. Microwave 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with additional corn chips if desired.