Name: Spicy Beef and Cheese Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 1 small onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 tsp each cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne; 2 tbsp tomato paste or 1/4 cup salsa; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese; 4 oz cream cheese or 1 cup nacho cheese sauce; 1–2 tbsp sliced jalapeños or chili flakes (optional); 6 large flour tortillas; Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish); Optional toppings: sour cream, hot sauce, lettuce, diced tomatoes

Description

Spicy Beef and Cheese Burritos are hearty, flavorful wraps filled with seasoned ground beef, spicy cheese sauce, and your favorite toppings—all rolled into soft flour tortillas and perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 tsp each cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne
2 tbsp tomato paste or 1/4 cup salsa
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
4 oz cream cheese or 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
1–2 tbsp sliced jalapeños or chili flakes (optional)
6 large flour tortillas
Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Optional toppings: sour cream, hot sauce, lettuce, diced tomatoes

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Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess fat and stir in garlic.
Add taco seasoning, tomato paste or salsa, and a splash of water. Stir and simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
In a separate pan, melt cream cheese and shredded cheddar together until smooth and creamy, or warm nacho cheese sauce.
Warm flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
Assemble the burritos: add beef mixture to each tortilla, top with cheese sauce, jalapeños, and desired toppings.
Fold in the sides and roll tightly. Toast seam-side down in a skillet until golden and crispy, flipping once.
Slice in half, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve warm with salsa or sour cream.

Notes

Let filling cool slightly before assembling to prevent soggy burritos.
Freeze assembled burritos individually for future meals.
Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
Add veggies like bell peppers or corn for extra nutrition.
To bake instead of pan-fry, brush with oil and bake at 400°F until golden.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burrito
Calories: 520
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg