Description
Cheesy Beef Burritos are a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired meal featuring seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and a blend of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses wrapped in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead freezer meal, these burritos are customizable with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, and jalapeños.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tablespoons homemade seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1 (15 oz) can refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Chopped cilantro
- Jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the beef mixture: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Then add minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until browned while breaking the beef apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add seasoning and simmer: Stir in taco seasoning and water, then reduce heat slightly and simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until thickened and flavors meld.
- Warm refried beans: Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave until they are warm and spreadable, ready to use.
- Assemble the burritos: Lay each flour tortilla flat on a surface. Spread a spoonful of warm refried beans in the center, followed by a generous scoop of the seasoned beef mixture. Top with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Roll the burritos: Fold in the sides of the tortillas, then roll them up burrito-style, ensuring the fillings are tightly enclosed.
- Optional crisping step: For a crispy exterior and melted cheese inside, place the burritos seam-side down in a heated skillet or on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the burritos warm with optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, or jalapeños according to preference.
Notes
- You can freeze these burritos before baking—wrap individually in foil and store in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a convenient and satisfying meal later.
- Adjust the heat level by adding or omitting jalapeños depending on your spice preference.
- Use homemade taco seasoning for a healthier alternative to packaged versions.
