CHEESY BEEF-STUFFED TORTILLA BAKE

 

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CHEESY BEEF-STUFFED TORTILLA BAKE

Ingredients:

• 500 g (1 lb) ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin (optional)
• 1 cup tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes)
• 6–8 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella + cheddar mix)
• ½ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
• ½ cup sour cream (optional)
• Butter or oil for brushing

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Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Prepare the meat filling:

   • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
   • Add chopped onion and cook until soft (2–3 min).
   • Add garlic and sauté for 30 sec.
   • Add ground beef, break it apart, and cook until browned (6–8 min).
   • Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
   • Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5–7 min until thick. Remove from heat.

3. Assemble the rolls:

   • Lay a tortilla flat, place some meat filling in the center, sprinkle with cheese and chopped parsley.
   • Fold the sides in and roll up like an envelope.
   • Repeat for all tortillas.

4. Arrange in a baking dish:

   • Grease a baking dish lightly.
   • Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down.
   • Brush the tops with melted butter or a little oil.
   • Sprinkle more cheese on top.

5. Bake:

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with parsley or cilantro.
   • Serve hot with sour cream or your favorite sauce.

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