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Microwave Beef Enchiladas

Cook these cheesy beef enchiladas entirely in your microwave in less than 30 minutes. 

Yield
6
Tiempo de preparación
10 minutes
Tiempo de cocción
15 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 cups spinach (chopped)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 whole wheat tortillas (or corn tortillas)
green onions (for garnish)
Instrucciones
  1.  Crumble beef into a 2 quart microwave-safe casserole and stir in the chopped onion. Cover loosely and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes until the beef reaches 155° F. Stir every 2 minutes.
  2. Once the meat is cooked, stir to break up the meat and drain the extra fat into a spare bowl and
    throw away when cool.
  3. Stir in the spinach, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, yogurt, salt and pepper. Cover and set aside.
  4. Warm tortillas in the microwave if desired.
  5. Spoon ⅓ cup filling into the center and fold up. Lay flat in the casserole pan with the seam facing down.
  6. Mix all ingredients for the enchilada sauce in a microwave safe container. Cover and microwave on high
    for 4-6 minutes.
  7. Pour sauce over tortillas and microwave again on high for 7-9 minutes.
  8. Garnish with 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
Notas

Options: 
1. Try using ground turkey instead of beef
2. Add extra vegetables such as chopped tomatoes or peppers
3. Try different types of shredded cheese
4. Add red pepper flakes for a little spice
5. This can also be made on the stove top using a sauté pan
6. Use frozen or fresh spinach

Meal Type: Lunch, Dinner
Category: 30 Minutes or Less, Kid-Friendly
Food group: Protein, Dairy, Grains
Season: Winter, Fall