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
Instructions:
- 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.
- Prepare Tortillas:
- Microwave the flour tortillas for about 15-20 seconds to make them pliable for folding.
- 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.
- 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.
- For Immediate Consumption (Dinner):
- 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.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your homemade beef and bean burritos either immediately or as a convenient freezer meal for later.
Source : Allrecipes.Com