First Step: Preparation and Mise en Place Begin by gathering all your ingredients to make the process smooth. Dice the yellow onion and measure out the taco seasoning so everything is at hand. This prep takes about 5 minutes and sets you up for success, allowing for easy adaptations if you need to swap ingredients for dietary reasons.

Second Step: Cooking the Beef Mixture Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the 1 pound of ground beef, 1 diced yellow onion, and 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, which should take around 10 minutes. Once done, drain any fat to keep the dish from getting greasy, making it lighter for those watching their intake.

Third Step: Preparing the Cheese Mixture In a large bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. This step is quick and adds the creamy element that makes ground beef enchiladas so appealing. You can mix in extras like herbs for more flavor if you’re feeling creative.

Fourth Step: Assembling the Enchiladas Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour about 1/2 cup of the 2 cups of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish to create a base. Lay a tortilla flat, spoon some of the ground beef mixture down the middle, and top with about 1/8 cup of the cheese mixture. Roll it up and place it seam side down in the dish; repeat for all 8 tortillas. This assembly might take 5-10 minutes and can be adjusted for different preferences, like adding veggies for extra nutrition.

Fifth Step: Adding Toppings and Baking Top the rolled enchiladas with the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese mixture for that perfect cheesy cover. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted. This final step ensures everything is warm and bubbly, ideal for family meals, and you can check at 15 minutes to avoid overcooking.

Final Step: Finishing Touches and Serving Once out of the oven, let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving to make them easier to handle. Add any custom toppings like cilantro or olives for a personal touch. Serve with sides like rice or salad to round out the meal, making it versatile for various dietary needs while keeping the ground beef enchiladas the star.