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Best Tex-Mex Enchiladas Recipe

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Enchilada Gravy Sauce


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 quarts water

Directions:
Directions:
Heat the oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour is browned (this mixture is called a roux); be careful not to let the flour burn. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes.

Gradually add the water, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat and boil gently for 15 minutes.
 

Chili Con Carne


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 cup water
2 cups cooked or canned pinto beans (optional)
1 cup shredded American or Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion

Directions:
Directions:
Brown the beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic powder, cumin, and bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes (add a little water if the pan becomes dry).

Add the chili powder and water, stirring well, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add the beans, if using, and heat through.

Remove the bay leaf and spoon the chili into bowls. Garnish with cheese and onion.
 

Best Tex-Mex Enchiladas


Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Corn tortillas
Hot oil
American cheese
Diced onion

Directions:
Directions:
Dip corn tortillas, homemade or store-bought, into a skillet of hot oil to soften. Drain, fill with grated American cheese, and roll up. Place seam side down in a baking dish and cover with Enchilada Gravy Sauce and Chili Con Carne. Top with diced onion and more cheese.

Place in a pre-heated 350 degree F oven and heat for 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.

Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Source: Los Barrios Family Cookbook

 

 

 

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