Texas Enchilada Sauce Recipe
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Texas Enchilada Sauce

By: Sue 
"Being from deep South Texas, I learned many ways to prepare Mexican and Tex-Mex foods. This is my all time favorite!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (78)

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktail Margaritas on the Rocks
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 100 | Total Fat: 3.4g | Cholesterol: 4mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2003 by Esmee Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was much better than the stuff that comes in a can. If you have the time, I would...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 12, 2004 by Carrie Magill   view full review
We halved this recipe, pureed the crushed tomatoes, and left out the chunky onions and bell...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2005 by SABE11   view full review
The flavor is wonderful, but I want an enchilada sauce that is thinner, saucier, like the kind...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 6, 2007 by msrain   view full review
This sauce is so yummy! I don't even like enchilada sauce. I made this and even used the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on May 4, 2003 by Elaine Mical Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Deeeelish! I added a few fresh poblanos and jalapenos that I happened to have on hand. Pureed...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2006 by FUN4REGINA   view full review
Great stuff. I added a pinch of cinnamon, it was perfect.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2005 by theveggieone   view full review
Easy and yummy enchilada sauce! I thought it had just the right amount of spice and flavor. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2009 by hazel Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
My first time making this enchilada sauce was a big success! I may add more chipotle for a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2004 by DOLORES GRAHAM   view full review
This has been my favorite recipe for enchilada sauce since I first made it. I never have...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 16, 2007 by ddandmm   view full review
Wow this recipe made a lot! I doubled it for expected company and made two very large pans of...

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