Wet Burritos

Why Make This Recipe

Wet Burritos are a great choice when you want something warm, filling, and packed with flavor. They are full of seasoned ground beef, beans, and cheese, all wrapped in a soft tortilla and covered in a rich, tasty sauce. This dish is perfect for those nights when you want to make something easy but satisfying.

Another great reason to make Wet Burritos is how easy they are to adjust to your taste. You can use chicken or ground turkey instead of beef. You can add rice, use different beans, or top with sour cream or guacamole. It’s easy to make them your own, depending on what you like or what you have at home.

Finally, Wet Burritos are a great family meal. They are big, hearty, and perfect for feeding a group. They also make good leftovers, so you can enjoy them the next day too. Everyone loves burritos, especially when they are warm and covered in sauce.

How to Make Wet Burritos

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 6 (12 inch) flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is browned. Drain the fat.
3. Add garlic, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
4. Add green chilies and refried beans. Mix until heated through.
5. In a small saucepan, mix the tomato sauce, water, chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and garlic powder. Heat until it starts to bubble, then turn the heat to low.
6. Warm tortillas for a few seconds to make them soft.
7. Spoon the beef and bean mixture into each tortilla. Add lettuce and 1 cup cheese. Fold and roll the burritos.
8. Place them seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the sauce on top and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the burritos are heated through.
10. Top with chopped green onions and tomatoes before serving.