Nani's Simple Ground Beef Burritos
These hearty and simple beef and bean burritos are a classic family favorite that you will want to keep on hand in your freezer.
recipesbynani.comThere is something so comforting about a warm, toasted burrito filled with savory ground beef and beans. This is my go to recipe for busy weeknights when I need something filling that everyone at the table will actually enjoy eating.
My biggest tip is to make a double batch when you have the time. These freeze beautifully, so having a few tucked away in the freezer makes lunch or dinner a breeze whenever things get a little hectic during the week.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 6 large flour tortillas
- Optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until it is fully cooked through, then drain any excess fat.
- 2
Stir the pinto beans, salsa, and taco seasoning into the beef and let it simmer for about five minutes so the flavors blend together.
- 3
Lay out the tortillas and spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture into the center of each one.
- 4
Sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese over the beef filling.
- 5
Fold the sides of each tortilla in and roll them up tightly to seal the contents inside.
- 6
Place the burritos back into the skillet over medium heat and toast them for a minute or two on each side until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
💡 Tips
To freeze these, wrap each burrito individually in foil or plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. When you are ready to eat, simply thaw them in the fridge overnight or heat them frozen in the microwave and finish in a hot pan for a crisp shell.
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