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Beef and Bean Burritos

Hearty and savory burritos filled with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  3. Remove beef with a slotted spoon, leaving drippings, then cook onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Return beef to the skillet and add black beans, tomatoes, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
Assembly
  1. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
  2. Divide the beef-bean mixture among tortillas, topping each with cheese and cilantro.
  3. Fold the sides of the tortillas over the filling and roll tightly.
  4. Place burritos seam-side down on a baking sheet and broil for 1-2 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or wrap individually in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in an oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.