Red Enchiladas

by Zenny

Servings: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

10 dried red New Mexico chiles
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp.ground oregano
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 cup water
1 dozen fresh corn tortillas
Vegetable oil
1-1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
Grated raw onion (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place prepared chiles in blender; run at high speed. Add spices. Strain mixture through sieve or strainer and place in frying pan. Add oil to sauce and water if needed. Cook 15 minutes over medium heat. Fry tortillas just slightly in hot oil and drain on paper towels. Dip tortillas in sauce. Fill with cheese and grated onions, if desired. Place rolled tortillas in 11x2-quart shallow baking dish. Pour over remaining sauce and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake approximately 20 minutes.

CHEF COMMENTS

Can be served with a fried egg on top and grated lettuce on the side.

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