Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage
A comforting dish of cheesy enchiladas filled with spicy sausage and smoky tomato sauce. This mexican-inspired quick meals ready in about 65 minutes pairs pcs enriched flour tortillas, ground sausage, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 pcs enriched flour tortillas
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 red, diced bell peppers
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced onion and 1 red bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 1 lb ground sausage, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook until sausage is browned, then add 2 cups tomato sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1/2 cup cheese. Layer 8 tortillas, filling each with 1/4 cup sausage mixture, then top with remaining cheese. Pour 1/2 cup milk over the top.
- Step 3: Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pcs enriched flour tortillas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cheesy Enchiladas with Sausage?
Mexican quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
