Smothered Ground Beef Burritos
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Smothered Ground Beef Burritos, a delightful dish that brings together seasoned ground beef and a rich enchilada sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these burritos are quick to prepare and can be customized to suit any palate. Enjoy them with your favorite toppings or pair them with delicious sides like Spanish rice or refried beans for a complete meal. This recipe is not only satisfying but also makes for great leftovers, ensuring you can savor these mouthwatering burritos anytime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 pounds ground beef
- 2 packets taco seasoning
- 1½ teaspoons Better than Beef Bouillon
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1½ cups beef stock
- 1 can red enchilada sauce (19 oz)
- 4 large tortillas
- 4 cups Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and Better than Bouillon until well combined.
- Add water and simmer until most liquid is absorbed.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then gradually add beef stock, enchilada sauce, and chili powder until thickened.
- Spoon seasoned beef onto each tortilla, sprinkle cheese on top, and roll tightly.
- Place the burritos on an oven-safe plate; pour sauce over and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg