Delicious Three-Cheese Enchiladas Recipe

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Indulge in the gooey goodness of these three-cheese enchiladas that are filled with a blend of three cheeses and smothered in a savory red enchilada sauce. This classic Mexican dish is perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering.

Ingredients

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8 oz shredded queso fresco
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cilantro for garnish
  • Sour cream and sliced avocado for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened.
  3. Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the cheddar, Monterey Jack, and queso fresco cheeses.
  5. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  6. Fill each tortilla with the cheese mixture and a spoonful of the vegetable filling. Roll up and place seam side down in a baking dish.
  7. Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with any remaining cheese.
  8. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with sour cream and avocado slices.

Interesting Facts

  • Enchiladas date back to pre-Columbian times when the Aztecs used corn tortillas wrapped around fish.
  • The word 'enchilada' comes from the Spanish verb 'enchilar,' which means 'to season with chili.'
  • Cheese enchiladas are a popular Tex-Mex dish that has become a staple in Mexican-American cuisine.