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Got a hankering for something like those famous Taco Bell Chili Cheese Burritos? This homemade take will hit the spot. We've packed ground beef, gooey cheese, and tasty chili sauce into a simple wrap that's super yummy and won't take you ages to put together.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Ground Beef: 1 pound, giving you that meaty base.
- Yellow Onion: 1 medium, chopped up, adding some nice taste to your meat.
- Chili Powder: 3 tablespoons, bringing that classic chili kick.
- Cayenne Pepper: 1 teaspoon, for a little spicy punch.
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, making everything taste just right.
- Water: 2 cups, helping make your sauce smooth.
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons, making that sauce nice and thick.
- Refried Beans: 1 16-ounce can, adding a smooth, creamy texture.
- Tomato Paste: 1 6-ounce can (about 6 tablespoons), giving depth to your sauce.
- Cheddar Cheese: 3 cups, shredded, for that stretchy, melty goodness.
- Flour Tortillas: 10 10-inch tortillas, to wrap everything up nicely.
HOW TO MAKE IT
- Step 1:
- Grab a big skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. Throw in your ground beef and chopped onions, cooking until the meat turns brown.
- Step 2:
- Get rid of any extra fat from the pan, then mix in the chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Give it all a good stir.
- Step 3:
- Now dump in the tomato paste and refried beans. Mix everything together until you've got a smooth, even mixture.
- Step 4:
- In a small cup, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until it's smooth, then pour this into your beef mix. Cook until everything gets nice and thick.
- Step 5:
- Throw in the shredded cheddar and stir until it's all melty. Let the whole chili cheese mix bubble gently for 10 minutes, stirring now and then so it doesn't stick.
- Step 6:
- Get your tortillas ready by warming each one up. Pop them in the microwave for 15 seconds or lightly wet them and heat them up.
- Step 7:
- Take a warm tortilla, put a little cheese in the middle, and scoop about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of your meat mix on top. Fold the sides in and roll it up into a burrito.
- Step 8:
- Do the same with all your tortillas and filling. They're great with a dollop of sour cream and salsa if you want.
How to Serve and Store
- These burritos taste best when they're piping hot, fresh from the pan. Pair them with sour cream, salsa, or some mashed avocado.
- Got extras? Just wrap each burrito in some foil or plastic and stick them in the fridge. They'll stay good for about 3 days.
- When you're ready to eat the leftovers, pop them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or warm them up in your oven at 350°F for around 10 minutes.
Pro Chef Suggestions
- Gordon Ramsay says to grate your own cheddar instead of buying pre-shredded for better taste and melt.
- According to Rachael Ray, a splash of hot sauce over your finished burritos can really wake up the flavors.
- Ina Garten thinks it's worth spending a bit more on good tomato paste to make your sauce taste better.
MIX IT UP
- Try ground turkey or chicken instead of beef if you want something lighter.
- Toss in some black beans or corn kernels to give your filling more texture and flavor.
- Switch up the cheese with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a different twist on the classic taste.