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Best Beef And Bean Burrito Recipe

Are you looking for a hearty and tasty meal that you can enjoy any time of the day? Look no further than this beef and bean burrito recipe! Bursting with flavor and packed with protein, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup of sour cream
  • 1/4 cup of salsa
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Beef And Beans In A Skillet

Instructions:

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

    2. Onion And Garlic In A Skillet

  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

    3. Ground Beef In A Skillet

  3. Add the drained and rinsed pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

    4. Spices And Beans In A Skillet

  4. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle for a few seconds on each side.

    5. Tortillas In A Microwave

  5. Spoon the beef and bean mixture equally onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro.

    6. Burrito With Toppings

  6. Roll up the tortillas tightly to form the burritos.

    7. Burritos Wrapped And Ready

  7. If desired, warm the burritos in the microwave or on a griddle for a few seconds on each side before serving.

    8. Burritos Warmed

  8. Enjoy your delicious beef and bean burritos!

Variations:

While this recipe is already packed with flavor, there are a few variations you can make to switch things up:

  • Swap out the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken to make a lighter version of the dish.
  • Add some diced bell pepper or jalapenos to the skillet for an extra pop of flavor.
  • Instead of using cheddar cheese, try using pepper jack or Monterey jack cheese for a different taste.
  • Serve the burritos with a side of guacamole or hot sauce for an extra kick.

No matter how you decide to customize your beef and bean burritos, you're sure to love this delicious and filling meal. Give this recipe a try today!

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