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Texas Enchilada Sauce

SUBMITTED BY: Sue PHOTO BY: lobsteriffic

"Being from deep South Texas, I learned many ways to prepare Mexican and Tex-Mex foods. This is my all time favorite!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 38 stars. This recipe average a 4.2 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  45 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 (6.5 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan combine tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, pepper, salt and garlic. Cover and cook over medium heat.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onion for about 4 minutes; stir into sauce. Cook sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in bell pepper and cook 10 more minutes.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2003 by Esmee
This was much better than the stuff that comes in a can. If you have the time, I would... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 4, 2003 by Elaine Mical
Deeeelish! I added a few fresh poblanos and jalapenos that I happened to have on hand. Pureed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2005 by SABE11
The flavor is wonderful, but I want an enchilada sauce that is thinner, saucier, like the kind... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 12, 2004 by Carrie Magill
We halved this recipe, pureed the crushed tomatoes, and left out the chunky onions and bell... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 6, 2007 by msrain
This sauce is so yummy! I don't even like enchilada sauce. I made this and even used the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2007 by BLONDIE1426
I think this recipe turns out great... if you use a bit less chili powder than it calls for. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2006 by FUN4REGINA
Great stuff. I added a pinch of cinnamon, it was perfect. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2005 by theveggieone
Easy and yummy enchilada sauce! I thought it had just the right amount of spice and flavor. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2004 by DOLORES GRAHAM
This has been my favorite recipe for enchilada sauce since I first made it. I never have... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2004 by AHIMMERODER
I was unable to find packaged enchilada sauce, so I used this recipe....very nice flavour. I... MORE