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Smothered Beef Burritos


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  • Author: Marc Silverton
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 people 1x

Description

Smothered Beef Burritos are a delightful Mexican-inspired dish that features tender, seasoned beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in soft flour tortillas, all generously smothered with rich enchilada sauce. This one-pan meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering mouthwatering flavors and a comforting aroma that will impress everyone at your table.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup refried beans (canned or homemade)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Mix the refried beans into the beef mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and roll tightly.
  5. Place rolled burritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish and pour enchilada sauce over them.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito (250g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg