Description
Mexican comfort cuisine reaches new heights with loaded smothered beef burritos, where tender seasoned meat and melted cheese create a mouthwatering fusion of flavors. Rich and satisfying, you’ll savor each bite of this hearty southwestern classic that promises pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning)
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) refried beans
- 1 cup (240 ml) cooked rice
- 1 cup (240 g) shredded cheddar cheese (for inside burritos)
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- ½ cup (120 ml) salsa
- 2 cups (480 ml) red enchilada sauce
- 1 ½ cups (360 g) shredded Mexican blend cheese
- ¼ cup (15 g) chopped green onions (optional)
- ¼ cup (15 g) chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Brown ground beef in a skillet, draining excess fat. Infuse with taco seasoning and simmer until sauce thickens.
- Filling Creation: Combine cooked rice, refried beans, salsa, and cheddar cheese with seasoned beef, creating a robust and flavorful mixture.
- Burrito Assembly: Spread filling across tortillas, rolling tightly into compact bundles, ensuring even distribution and secure closure.
- Baking Setup: Arrange burritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish, creating a nestled formation.
- Sauce and Cheese Layer: Drench burritos with enchilada sauce, generously coating each roll. Sprinkle Mexican blend cheese across the surface for complete coverage.
- Oven Transformation: Bake uncovered at 375F (190C) for 20-25 minutes, allowing cheese to melt and develop a golden, bubbly crust.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with a scattering of green onions and cilantro, optional sour cream dollop adds a creamy contrast. Serve immediately while hot and appetizing.
Notes
- Ensure each burrito is rolled compactly to prevent filling from spilling during baking, creating a neat and professional presentation.
- Drain ground beef thoroughly and use thick salsa to avoid soggy burritos, maintaining a perfect texture and preventing excess liquid.
- Select a high-quality melting cheese like sharp cheddar or Mexican blend for maximum flavor and creamy consistency when baked.
- Easily substitute ground beef with shredded chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences without compromising taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg