Beefy Melt Burritos: A Recipe for the Ultimate Comfort Food
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 12 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Instructions for Preparation:
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and green bell pepper; sauté until softened.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Warm tortillas and prepare cheeses and any desired toppings.
- Assemble burritos by spooning filling and cheese into each tortilla; roll tightly.
- Cook burritos in the skillet until golden brown on both sides or bake at 375°F for about 20-25 minutes.
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (230g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg