Cheesy Beef Burritos

Introduction

Cheesy Beef Burritos are a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. These burritos are loaded with flavorful ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Whether you’re making them for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual get-together, these burritos are sure to please.

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450 g) ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade seasoning: 1 teaspoon each of cumin, paprika, chili powder, and onion powder)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup salsa or chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped lettuce
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
• Tortilla chips, crushed, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Cheese sauce, for drizzling

Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Beef Filling

1. Heat the Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
3. Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
4. Season the Beef: Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
5. Add Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.

Step 2: Assemble the Burritos

1. Warm the Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds to make them pliable.
2. Spread Sour Cream: Spread a layer of sour cream over each tortilla.
3. Add Beef Mixture: Spoon the beef mixture evenly onto the center of each tortilla.
4. Top with Veggies: Top with salsa or chopped tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and jalapeños if using.

Step 3: Roll the Burritos

1. Fold and Roll: Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up from the bottom, keeping the filling tightly packed.

Step 4: Serve

1. Plate the Burritos: Place the burritos on a serving platter.
2. Add Toppings: Drizzle with cheese sauce and sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips.
3. Garnish: Garnish with chopped cilantro.
4. Serve with Salsa: Serve with additional salsa on the side.

Enjoy!

These cheesy beef burritos are perfect for a hearty meal and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.