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Easy 5-Ingredient Beef & Cheese Burritos

Quick, easy, and gooey homemade burritos packed with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and tons of melted cheese. The perfect 30-minute weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 burritos
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cups water or beef broth for rice
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese medium or sharp, from a block is best
  • 6-8 large flour tortillas 10-inch 'burrito' size

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Saucepan with Lid
  • Cheese grater
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup rice, 2 cups water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff.
  2. While rice cooks, brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add the taco seasoning packet and the amount of water called for on the packet to the beef. Stir and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Warm the tortillas: Wrap the stack in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30-45 seconds until soft and pliable.
  5. Assemble the burritos: Lay out one warm tortilla. Add a layer of cheese, then rice, then the seasoned beef, and finally more cheese.
  6. Roll the burritos: Fold the two short sides in. Then, pull the bottom edge up and over the filling, tucking tightly. Continue rolling forward until sealed.
  7. (Optional but Recommended) Place the burrito seam-side down in a dry, hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. This seals the burrito and makes it extra gooey.
  8. Serve immediately, cut in half to show the gooey, cheesy center.

Notes

For the ultimate gooey burrito, use freshly shredded cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can prevent a smooth melt. These burritos also freeze exceptionally well.