The Joy of the Tex-Mex Cheese Enchilada

Place meat in saucepan. Add garlic powder, salt, and sprinkle of black pepper; brown meat. Once meat is cooked, drain excess fat, add chili powder, and mix evenly. Add water, bring to boil, and adjust seasonings to your liking.

In skillet heat 1/2 cup of oil. Once oil is hot, carefully whisk flour a little at a time, breaking up bundles to create smooth roux. In stages, add roux to boiling meat mixture until you reach desired thickness. Season with salt to taste.

Preheat oven to 350°F. In skillet heat vegetable oil. Once oil is hot, carefully dip each tortilla in and out of oil twice or until softened. Place cheese in center of each tortilla, roll up and arrange on baking plate. Gently pour warm enchilada sauce over enchiladas, sprinkle cheese evenly, and place in preheated oven until cheese has melted smoothly. Sprinkle with onion topping if desired. Serve with guacamole salad or rice and beans.