Copycat Taco Bell Beefy 5-Layer Burrito (Print version)
A cheesy, beefy Taco Bell copycat burrito with refried beans, sour cream, cheddar, and nacho cheese tucked between two warm tortillas.
# Ingredients:
For the seasoned beef
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1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
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1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) taco seasoning, or 3 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
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2/3 cup (160 ml) water
For the burritos
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6 large burrito-size flour tortillas
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6 small fajita-size flour tortillas
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1 1/2 cups (390 g) refried beans, warmed
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1 1/4 cups (300 g) warm nacho cheese sauce
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3/4 cup (180 g) sour cream
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1 cup (115 g) finely shredded cheddar cheese
# Instructions:
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Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the beef is saucy and fully cooked to 160°F.
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Wrap the large and small tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds, just until soft and flexible.
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Lay out each large tortilla. Spread about 3 tablespoons warm nacho cheese sauce over the center, then place one small tortilla on top and press gently.
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Spread warm refried beans down the center of the small tortilla. Add seasoned beef, sour cream, and shredded cheddar in even layers.
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Fold in the short sides, then roll tightly from the bottom up. Serve soft, or toast seam-side down in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes.
# Good to know:
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Serve warm while the nacho cheese layer is soft.
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For meal prep, cool burritos before wrapping so the tortillas do not steam and turn gummy.
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Nutrition is an estimate per burrito.