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Bean and Cheese Burritos

Bean and Cheese Burritos

A hearty, budget-friendly classic that comes together in under 30 minutes using pantry staples. Creamy refried beans and melty cheddar are seasoned with cumin, garlic, and a touch of jalapeño, then wrapped in warm flour tortillas for a satisfying weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

4 servings · Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min · Total 25 min

Mexican · Main Course · Dinner · Lunch

Ingredients

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  • 2 can refried beans
  • 4 whole large flour tortillas 10-inch size
  • 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
  • Mexican blend
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 whole jalapeño seeded and minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt plus more
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup salsa store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Skillet
  • Paper Towel
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Tongs
  • Cutting Board
  • Can Opener

Instructions

  1. Heat the @[Vegetable Oil] in a #[Skillet] over ^[medium heat]. Add the diced @[Small Yellow Onion] and cook, stirring occasionally, for ~[3–4 minutes] until softened and translucent. Add the minced @[Garlic] and @[Jalapeno] (if using) and cook for ~[1 more minute] until fragrant.
  2. Add both cans of @[Refried Beans] to the #[Skillet] along with the @[Cumin], @[Smoked Paprika], and @[Kosher Salt]. Stir everything together and cook over ^[medium-low heat] for ~[3–4 minutes], stirring frequently, until the beans are heated through and well-seasoned. Remove from heat.
  3. Warm the @[Large Flour Tortillas] one at a time in a dry #[Skillet] over ^[medium heat] for ~[about 20 seconds per side], or wrap them in a damp paper towel and #[Microwave] for ~[30 seconds]. This makes them pliable and easy to roll without cracking.
  4. Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about ½ cup of the seasoned @[Refried Beans] mixture down the center, leaving a 2-inch border on each side. Sprinkle ½ cup of @[Cheddar Cheese] over the beans. Fold in the sides of the @[Large Flour Tortillas], then roll it up tightly from the bottom, tucking as you go. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. Return the #[Skillet] to ^[medium heat] (no extra @[Vegetable Oil] needed). Place each burrito seam-side down in the skillet and cook for ~[1–2 minutes] until golden and lightly crispy. Flip and toast the other side for ~[another 1–2 minutes]. This seals the burrito and adds a satisfying golden crust.
  6. Serve immediately with @[Sour Cream] and @[Salsa] on the side. For a complete meal, pair with a simple green salad or Mexican rice.