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Classic Cheese Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce

Name: Classic Cheese Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 medium, stems and seeds removed Dried guajillo chiles; 2 medium, stems and seeds removed Dried ancho chiles; 2 cups, plus up to 1/2 cup as needed Organic low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 medium, half roughly chopped and half finely diced Organic white onion; 2 cloves, peeled Organic garlic; 1/2 teaspoon Dried Mexican oregano; 1/4 teaspoon Ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon, plus more to taste Fine sea salt; 1/4 cup, divided Avocado oil; 12 Organic corn tortillas, 6-inch; 12 ounces (about 3 cups), divided Organic Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated; 1/4 cup chopped leaves Organic cilantro; 1/4 cup, for serving Organic Mexican crema or sour cream

Tender corn tortillas wrap around melting cheese and sweet onion beneath a rich, homemade red chile sauce. Choose organic cheese and produce where available for a comforting, classic meal made with simple ingredients.

55 min hands-on · + 25 min slow cooking · serves 4 · about 420 calories per serving

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Prepare the kitchen and chiles

Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and set out a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Prepare the onion and garlic and grate the cheese. Open the chiles and remove their stems and seeds; wash your hands afterward and avoid touching your eyes.

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Dried guajillo chiles4 medium, stems and seeds removed
Dried ancho chiles2 medium, stems and seeds removed
Organic low-sodium vegetable broth2 cups, plus up to 1/2 cup as needed
Organic white onion1 medium, half roughly chopped and half finely diced
Organic garlic2 cloves, peeled
Dried Mexican oregano1/2 teaspoon
Ground cumin1/4 teaspoon
Fine sea salt1/2 teaspoon, plus more to taste
Avocado oil1/4 cup, divided
Organic corn tortillas, 6-inch12
Organic Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated12 ounces (about 3 cups), divided
Organic cilantro1/4 cup chopped leaves
Organic Mexican crema or sour cream1/4 cup, for serving

Nutrition & balance

About 420 calories per person · serves 4

An estimate, not a nutrition label. Portions, ingredient brands and cooking methods affect the total.

To round out your plate

Add a side of leafy greens or colorful vegetables for variety and fiber.
This is a richer dish; pair it with vegetables or fruit and choose a portion that suits you.

Ask a healthcare professional whether vitamin D, B12, iron or any supplement is appropriate for your diet and health needs; food is the first step. Choose organic ingredients when possible.

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