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Beefy Melt Burrito

Beefy Melt Burrito: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Delight

The Beefy Melt Burrito is a comforting dish filled with seasoned beef and melted cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or use seasoned black beans for a vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or powdered garlic works in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning homemade blends can elevate the taste
  • 1/4 cup Water or broth for added flavor
  • 1 can Black Beans any beans you have can substitute
  • 1 cup Corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies fresh tomatoes and chilies work well too
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice consider brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack Cheese, Pepper Jack for spice
For Wrapping
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas whole wheat or corn tortillas are great alternatives
For Serving
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a healthy substitute
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or substitute with parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil for cooking filling and warming tortillas
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Guacamole highly recommended
  • 1 cup Salsa choose your favorite type
  • to taste Hot Sauce customize according to your spice preference

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until sauce thickens.
  4. Add 1 can of black beans, 1 cup of corn, and 1 can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Heat through for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of cooked rice with 1 cup each of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Warm the flour tortillas in a separate pan over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  7. Lay a warmed tortilla flat, add a scoop of the beef mixture, cheesy rice mixture, a dollop of sour cream, and sprinkle with cilantro.
  8. Fold in the sides and roll tightly from the bottom to enclose the filling.
  9. In the same skillet over medium heat, place the burritos seam-side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  10. Serve hot with optional toppings like guacamole, salsa, or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use well-drained beef and fresh ingredients for a more flavorful burrito.

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