Beef And Bean Burritos (Print version)

Hearty beef and bean burritos filled with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, melted cheese, and warm flour tortillas.

# Ingredients:

For the beef and bean filling

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 1/2 lb (680 g) lean ground beef
05 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1 can (16 oz / 454 g) refried beans
12 - 3/4 cup (180 ml) red enchilada sauce or thick salsa

For assembling

13 - 8 large burrito-size flour tortillas, 10 inches
14 - 2 cups (225 g) shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
15 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
17 - Sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce for serving, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic for 30 seconds.
02 - Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute so the spices bloom in the hot pan.
04 - Add the refried beans and enchilada sauce. Stir until creamy and well combined, then simmer for 3-5 minutes until thick enough to scoop.
05 - Wrap the tortillas in a barely damp towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds, or warm them one at a time in a dry skillet until pliable.
06 - Spoon about 2/3 cup filling onto each tortilla. Add cheese, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
07 - Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the burritos. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes until hot and melted. Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

# Good to know:

01 - Makes 8 hearty burritos.
02 - Filling can be made up to 3 days ahead.
03 - Cook ground beef to 160°F for food safety.

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