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Warm the black bean and sweet potato mixtures in separate saucepans.
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Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in a 300 degree F oven, or heat each tortilla on both sides quickly in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
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In each tortilla place about 1/2 cup black beans and 1/2 cup sweet potatoes.
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Fold one side of the tortilla over the filling and then fold in both sides, and roll up into a burrito.
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Place on a plate and top with generous spoonfuls of salsa, guacamole and sour cream.
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Variation: You may fold grilled chicken, steak, or any other grilled meat into the burrito as well.
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This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
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1 pound dry black beans
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2 onions, chopped
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup olive oil
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4 cups water
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4 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
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1/2 cup red wine
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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In a heavy saucepan, combine beans, onions, garlic, olive oil and water.
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Bring to a boil and simmer approximately 1 1/2 hours.
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Add the tomatoes and wine and season with salt and pepper.
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Simmer another 30 minutes or until beans are very tender.
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Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, mash the beans slightly.
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Leave some beans whole.
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This mixture should mound softly and be moist but not watery.
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Adjust by cooking longer or by adding water.
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This mixture makes an excellent side dish as well as a burrito filling.
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2 to 3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 large)
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Olive oil, as needed
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4 ounces roasted green chiles
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4 ounces (1/2 stick) sweet butter
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1 ounce tequila
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Wash the sweet potatoes but leave the skins on.
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Rub with olive oil and bake until very tender, about 45 minutes.
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Cool the potatoes until they can be handled and remove skins.
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Place in a heavy saucepan and add the remaining ingredients.
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Mash the mixture well, taste for seasoning, reheat, and serve.
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This mixture makes an excellent side dish as well as a burrito filling.
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It can be prepared while the black beans simmer.
