Description
These Cheesy Beefy Burritos are the ultimate comfort food—seasoned ground beef, onions, and gooey melted cheese all wrapped in soft tortillas for a satisfying, quick dinner or freezer-friendly meal prep option.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
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1/2 cup water
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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6-8 large flour tortillas
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Optional: sour cream, salsa, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until beef is browned and onion is tender. Drain excess grease.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
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Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
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Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
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Spoon beef mixture into the center of each tortilla, top with cheese and optional extras.
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Fold in sides and roll up burritos.
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(Optional) Place seam-side down in a hot skillet or panini press and cook for 1–2 minutes per side to crisp up.
Notes
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Wrap individually in foil for freezer-friendly meal prep.
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Add cooked rice or beans to stretch the filling.
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Serve with salsa or guacamole for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet, Rolled
- Cuisine: American
