Beef Enchiladas Spooky Twist
Transform a classic beef enchilada dinner into a festive Halloween treat that's family-friendly, easy to prepare, and sure to delight both kids and adults. This spooky version is perfect for Halloween gatherings and versatile enough to be a fun fall snack or party dish.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish,
- Large skillet,
- Microwave or skillet for warming tortillas
- Piping Bag (or Ziplock Bag)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 10 oz Red enchilada sauce 1 can
- 12 Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Black olives, sliced (for spider decorations)
- 1/4 cup Sour cream (for spiderwebs or ghosts)
- Optional Jalapenos, diced onions, cream cheese
- 1 cup Halloween Candy
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning according to package directions. Add 1/4 cup enchilada sauce to the beef and simmer 5 minutes.
- Warm tortillas by wrapping in damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds or heating lightly in a dry skillet.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom of the baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, then roll tightly and place seam-down in dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over rolled tortillas. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, and enchiladas are heated through.
- While baking, prepare spooky decorations: slice black olives to look like spiders, and prepare sour cream in a piping bag for spiderwebs or ghosts.
- After baking, decorate enchiladas with black olive spiders and sour cream designs. Optionally, sprinkle Halloween candy for extra fun. Serve immediately.
Notes
Can substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils for vegetarian option; use gluten-free ingredients for gluten-free diets. Customize spice level and toppings as desired for personal flair and dietary preferences.