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Beef Enchiladas Spooky Twist Easy Creamy Halloween Recipe

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.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

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

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish,
  • Large skillet,
  • Microwave or skillet for warming tortillas
  • Piping Bag (or Ziplock Bag)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning according to package directions. Add 1/4 cup enchilada sauce to the beef and simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Warm tortillas by wrapping in damp paper towel and microwaving for 30 seconds or heating lightly in a dry skillet.
  5. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom of the baking dish.
  6. Fill each tortilla with beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, then roll tightly and place seam-down in dish.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over rolled tortillas. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, and enchiladas are heated through.
  9. While baking, prepare spooky decorations: slice black olives to look like spiders, and prepare sour cream in a piping bag for spiderwebs or ghosts.
  10. After baking, decorate enchiladas with black olive spiders and sour cream designs. Optionally, sprinkle Halloween candy for extra fun. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 4.5mg

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.
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