Beef and Bean Burritos from The Pioneer Woman

Fast and easy . . . semi-homemade from The Pioneer Woman.  A delicious meal in 16 minutes!

Burritos are one of my favorites.  Actually, The Captain introduced me to the versatility of tortilla wrapped meals and we have many meals of this type with all kinds of variation.  Coming up with new combinations is half the fun!

This recipe comes from The Pioneer Woman's website included in one of my favorite sections . . . 16 minute meals.  Click here to go to that section of her website.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground Beef
• 1/2 whole Medium Onion
• 1 can (7 Ounce) Mexican Tomato Sauce Or Enchilada Sauce
• Salt And Pepper, to taste
• Cumin, Oregano, Chili Powder, Garlic To Taste
• 1 can (28 Ounce) Refried Beans
• 3/4 cups Grated Cheddar Cheese
• 12 whole Burrito-sized Flour Tortillas
• Extra Grated Cheese, For Sprinkling
• Extra Sauce, For Drizzling
• Cilantro Leaves (optional)

Optional Filling Ingredients: 

Mexican Rice, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Green Chilies, Pico De Gallo

Preparation Instructions


Brown ground beef with onion and season to taste. Pour in sauce and simmer over low heat. Add water if mixture gets too dry.

Heat refried beans in a saucepan. Add cheese and stir in till melted. Keep warm.

Heat tortillas in microwave for one minute.

Spread a small amount of beans on each tortilla. Add meat. Fold over ends, then roll up. Place two burritos on a microwave-safe plate. Drizzle red sauce over the top and sprinkle with more grated cheddar. Microwave for one minute, or until cheese is melted and burritos are very hot. Serve immediately.