Description
Craving something warm, melty, and soul-hugging? These Beef & Bean Burritos bring the comfort—fast. Juicy beef, creamy refried beans, and sharp cheddar all wrapped in a golden tortilla that hugs you back. Perfect for family dinners, post-practice fuel-ups, or freezer-ready meal preps. No drama, just deliciousness.
Ingredients
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1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/plant-based crumbles)
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1 small onion, diced
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4–6 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
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1 tbsp chili powder
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1½ tsp cumin
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp oregano
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 (16 oz) can refried beans
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¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
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½ cup salsa (drain if watery)
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1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar (or Pepper Jack)
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6 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
Instructions
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Sauté base: In a skillet over medium-high, cook onion 3 mins. Add garlic and beef, brown until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
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Spice it up: Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt & pepper. Cook 2 mins until fragrant.
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Creamy mix: Stir in refried beans, sour cream, salsa. Cook on low until smooth and heated. Adjust seasoning.
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Tortilla time: Warm tortillas in skillet 30 seconds each side until soft. Cold = cracks!
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Roll ‘em: Spoon ¾ cup filling onto tortilla, top with cheese. Fold in sides, then roll tightly. Toast seam-side down until golden.
Notes
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Make-Ahead: Prep filling up to 2 days in advance.
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Freeze: Wrap cooled burritos in foil. Reheat in oven or skillet.
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Low-carb: Serve in lettuce cups.
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Add-ins: Hatch chiles, scrambled eggs, or cilantro-lime rice.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 Cal Per Burrito
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 28g