Bean and Cheese Burritos are a simple yet flavorful meal that can be whipped up in no time. They’re filled with creamy refried beans and gooey melted cheese, making them both satisfying and comforting. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner, a make-ahead lunch, or something to customize with your favorite toppings, these burritos are a go-to favorite. They can be enjoyed on their own or served with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for extra flavor. Plus, they’re budget-friendly and can easily be made in large batches!
Ingredients:
- 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans (or homemade refried beans)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or hot sauce for serving
Instructions:
- Warm the beans: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the refried beans. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are warmed through and the spices are well combined.
- Heat the tortillas: While the beans are warming, heat the tortillas. You can do this by placing each tortilla in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable, or by microwaving them between damp paper towels for 20-30 seconds.
- Assemble the burritos: Lay one tortilla flat and spread a generous amount of the refried beans down the center. Sprinkle a good amount of shredded cheese on top of the beans.
- Fold the burrito: Fold the sides of the tortilla in, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to form the burrito. Repeat this process for the remaining tortillas.
- Optional step (crisp the burritos): If you like a slightly crispy burrito, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each burrito seam-side down for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the burritos hot with salsa, sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.
These Bean and Cheese Burritos are not only delicious but incredibly versatile. You can add rice, sautéed vegetables, or even meat if you want to make them more filling. Enjoy!
