BeanBurritos

Homemade Beef and Bean Burritos

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground beef – $5.67
• 1 30 oz can of refried beans – $2.64
• 10 count package of flour tortillas – $2.78
• 1 package of cheddar cheese – $2.22

Total Cost: $13.31 (9 burritos at $1.48 each)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Filling:
   • In a large pan, season and brown the lean ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
   • Drain excess grease from the beef.
   • Add the can of refried beans to the pan, mixing thoroughly with the ground beef.
   • Allow the mixture to heat through until it’s well combined and hot.
2. Prepare Tortillas:
   • Microwave the flour tortillas for about 15-20 seconds to make them pliable for folding.
3. Assemble Burritos:
   • Spoon a generous amount of the beef and bean mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
   • Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and then fold the top and bottom to create a small burrito.
4. Cooking Options:
   • For Immediate Consumption (Dinner):
     • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
     • Lightly spritz the pan with olive oil.
     • Place the burritos in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
     • Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of each burrito after flipping, allowing it to melt.
   • For Freezing (Future Lunches):
     • Once assembled, wrap each burrito individually in aluminum foil.
     • Place the wrapped burritos in a freezer-safe bag and store in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.
5. Reheating Frozen Burritos:
   • Remove the foil and place the frozen burrito on a microwave-safe plate.
   • Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, turning halfway through, until the burrito is heated through.
6. Serve:
   • Enjoy your homemade beef and bean burritos either immediately or as a convenient freezer meal for later.

This recipe captures the nostalgia of your childhood favorite while adding a personal touch and making it budget-friendly.