Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • - corn tortillas for the amount of enchiladas there should be enough sauce to make 3-4 dozen
  • 2 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese per dozen enchiladas
  • ENCHILADA SAUCE
  • 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 2-3 clove(s) garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow or white onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon(s) oregano (I used Mexican oregano but regular is fine)
  • 3 tablespoon(s) chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) basil
  • 2 teaspoon(s) cumin
  • 1 teaspoon(s) chipotle chili pepper (this is spicy, it can be reduced to taste)
  • 2-3 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1 teaspoon(s) black pepper
  • 1 can(s) tomato sauce, 8 oz.
  • 4-5 cup(s) water, divided
  • - meat, you can use any meat - ground meat, shredded chicken
  • diced onions to top enchiladas (optional)

Instruction

  • In a large saucepan, cook onions and garlic in the olive oil until onions are clear on medium heat.
  • Gather seasoning and measure them out while onions and garlic are cooking.
  • Add tomato sauce, 3 cups of water, and all the seasoning.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45 minutes adding more water as needed, stirring about every 15 minutes. I usually add 1- 2 more cups in the cooking process. At the end you should have a thick flavorful sauce.
  • Allow sauce to cool a bit. Prepare a large pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Dip corn tortillas in sauce making sure they covered well on each side. This will soften them a bit and make rolling easier.
  • Place a small amount of meat and cheese in the center of the corn tortilla.
  • Roll the tortilla and place it seam down in the pan.
  • When you have made the desired amount of enchiladas top with 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce per 11-12 enchiladas. You can put more sauce but don't put too much or they will be soggy.
  • Top with optional diced onions and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese per 11-12 enchiladas.
  • Bake covered for about 40 min.
  • Uncover and bake another 10 min.
  • Serve with rice and beans and enjoy!
  • Freeze any unused sauce in a covered container.