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Hearty Beef Enchiladas

1 lbs ground beef
1 medium onions, chopped
1 can (15 1/2 ounces) chili beans, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, divided
1/4 jar (4 ounces) salsa, divided
vegetable oil
7 corn or flour tortillas (8 inches)
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

In a dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in the beans, two cans of enchilada sauce and 1/4 cup salsa;  set aside.
In a skillet, heat 1/4" of oil.
Dip each tortilla in hot oil for 3 seconds on each side or just until limp;  drain on paper towels.
Top each tortilla with 2/3 cup beef mixture. 
Roll up and place seam side down in four 13"x9"x2" baking dishes.
Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce and salsa.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until bubble.

Yield: 7 servings

(Taste of Home - February/March 2003 )