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Enchiladas de Queso |
Yield: 4 servings
Heating Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Temperature: Medium-High 350°F
Freezes Well
12 corn tortillas*
2 onions chopped
Shortening
2 cups coarsely chopped
4 cups Red or Green Chile sauce*
lettuce (optional)
3 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1. Heat 1/2 inch of shortening in a heavy pan at medium-high heat.
2. Quickly dip each tortilla into the shortening to soften. Drain on absorbent towels.
3. Assemble the enchiladas by placing 1/4 cup sauce on each dinner place, followed by a
tortilla (tortilla can be rolled after filling is placed on it), 1/4 cup sauce, 1/4 cup
cheese, and onion. Repeat twice. Top with remaining sauce.
4. Place in 350°F oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese melts. Garnish with lettuce.
NOTE: Traditionally, enchiladas are topped with a fried or poached egg before serving.