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Smothered Beef Burritos

Smothered Beef Burritos are a cheesy and easy weeknight meal perfect for quick assembly, freezing or making ahead. Loaded with ground beef, vegetables, enchilada sauce and cheese!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 709 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Beef Burritos:
  • 1 ½ cups Sargento Reserve Series Shredded 18-Month Aged Cheddar Cheese , divided
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1- pound ground beef
  • ½ cup white onion , chopped
  • ½ cup bell pepper , chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
Toppings:
  • fresh tomatoes
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • jalapeños
  • sour cream
  • crema mexicana
  • corn
  • shredded iceberg lettuce
  • beans
  • green chiles
  • hot sauce

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in large frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper, toss to coat in oil.
  3. Crumble and add ground beef, breaking apart as it cooks. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes.
  4. Drain in a colander or use a slotted spoon to transfer mixture to a paper towel lined plate.
  5. Spray a casserole or baking dish with cooking spray.
  6. Ground beef mixture will be divided into 6 large burritos. Roll ground beef with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese in each large flour tortilla.
  7. Place into baking dish, seam side down, snuggly.
  8. Top with enchilada sauce and remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
  9. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cheese has melted.
  10. Remove and top with desired toppings. Serve immediately.
  11. If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how you liked the recipe!

Nutrition Information

Calories 709kcal (35%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 44g (68%) Saturated Fat 21g (105%) Cholesterol 125mg (42%) Sodium 1858mg (77%) Potassium 508mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 1480IU (30%) Vitamin C 26.5mg (29%) Calcium 394mg (39%) Iron 4.9mg (27%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 709

% Daily Value*

Calories 709kcal 35%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 44g 68%
Saturated Fat 21g 105%
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 1858mg 77%
Potassium 508mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 1480IU 30%
Vitamin C 26.5mg 29%
Calcium 394mg 39%
Iron 4.9mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.