Cheesy Beef Burritos Recipe

Name: Cheesy Beef Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 vidalia onion, diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 10 inches flour tortillas; 1 cup long grain white rice; 2 cups beef stock; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning; 3/4 cup water; 4 ounces monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend; 1/2 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Bring beef stock to a boil.
2
Add rice, cover and lower heat, cook for 20 minutes.
3
Heat olive oil over medium heat.
4
Add onions to oil and cook until translucent.
5
Add ground beef to the onions and break it up using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir occasionally until browned.
6
Drain off excess fat.
7
Add water and taco seasoning.
8
When rice is finished stir and add to meat.
9
Heat a grill pan over medium high heat.
10
Microwave tortillas in on a plate covered with a damp paper towel on high for 30 seconds.
11
Place a mound of the meat and rice mixture in the center of the tortilla.
12
Cover with a layer of shredded cheese.
13
Add a spoonful of sour cream on top of the cheese.
14
Fold the tortilla into a burrito.
15
Place the burrito on the heated grill pan and cover with a bacon press or other heavy object, let cook for a couple of minutes, just long enough to get grill marks.
16
Turn the burrito over and place the bacon press on top and cook for another 2 - 3 minutes.
17
Serve (my son likes a spoonful of sour cream on the side as well).

1615

kcal

Calories

Fat

231

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 vidalia onion, diced, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 10 inches flour tortillas, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Beef Burritos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Beef Burritos

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Variations & substitutions

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