Spinach Enchiladas

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

Yield 8 servings

These spinach enchiladas might become the next staple in your house. They are overstuffed with flavor and deliver a mega-serving of leafy green vegetables. What's more, these enchiladas come together in under 45 minutes, making them a great option for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3 to 4 teaspoons chili powder
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 greens onions, chopped
1/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup 4% cottage cheese, drained
1-1/2 cups shredded Colby/Monterey Jack cheese, divided
6 to 8 corn tortillas (7 inches)

Directions

For the sauce, whisk the broth, tomato paste and chili powder in a saucepan. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine spinach, onions, sour cream and cottage cheese in a bowl; stir in 1 cup shredded cheese. Spoon 1/2 cup of the sauce into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Dip tortillas into the remaining sauce; spoon about 1/4 cup spinach mixture down the center of each tortilla.
Roll up and place, seam side down, in the baking dish. Top with the remaining sauce and cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 182 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.

We moved to Southern California many years ago from Minnesota. We especially like the Mexican food that's served here. These enchiladas have become a family favorite. —William Parman, Oxnard, California

Recipe Creator