12 tortillas and 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese CHEESE ENCHILADA FILLING: 1 (15 oz.) can red kidney beans or pinto beans 1 tbsp. shortening 1/2 c. water 1 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1 tbsp. chopped onions 3 tbsp. green chilies 1/2 lb. grated Cheddar cheese CHEESE ENCHILADA SAUCE: 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce 1 1/2 c. water 6 1/2 tsp. flour 1 1/2 tsp. onion flakes 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. chili powder 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. paprika 1 tbsp. Parmesan cheese For enchilada filling: Mash some of the beans. Add shortening and water. Simmer 5 minutes. Add spices and cook for another 5 minutes. Add green chilies and cheese. Mix well. For enchilada sauce: Combine the spices with the tomato sauce and water in saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer 10 minutes. Blend in Parmesan cheese. |