Homemade Saucy Beef & Bean Burritos (Print version)

Seasoned beef and creamy beans rolled in flour tortillas, covered with enchilada sauce and cheese, then baked until bubbly.

# Ingredients:

For the beef and bean filling

01 - 1 tablespoon neutral oil
02 - 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 85 to 90 percent lean
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 can (16 oz / 454 g) refried beans
11 - 1/3 cup (80 ml) red enchilada sauce

For assembling and baking

12 - 4 large burrito-size flour tortillas, 10 inches
13 - 1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
14 - 1 cup (115 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
15 - 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) red enchilada sauce
16 - Cooking spray or a little oil for the baking dish

For serving

17 - 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
18 - 1 medium tomato, diced
19 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
20 - Sliced jalapeños, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spoon about 1/4 cup enchilada sauce across the bottom.
02 - Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion, then cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
04 - Stir in the refried beans and 1/3 cup enchilada sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the filling is hot and thick enough to scoop.
05 - Warm the tortillas until flexible. Divide the filling among them, add about half the shredded cheeses, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Place seam side down in the baking dish.
06 - Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the burritos and sprinkle with the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack. Bake uncovered for 18-22 minutes, until bubbling and melted.
07 - Let the burritos rest for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, diced tomato, cilantro, and jalapeños if using. Serve hot.

# Good to know:

01 - Cook ground beef to 160°F for food safety.
02 - Best served after a 5 minute rest so the sauce settles.
03 - Filling can be made up to 3 days ahead.

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