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taco bell 5 layer burrito recipe

5 Layer Burrito Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 can (16 oz / 450g) refried beans
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce (jarred, warmed)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch burrito size)

Method
 

  1. Cook the 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 7 to 8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat, then add the 3 tbsp taco seasoning, 1/3 cup water, and 1/2 tsp salt. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until absorbed.
  2. Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for 4 minutes, stirring often. Warm the 1 cup nacho cheese sauce separately until pourable, about 2 minutes on low heat or in the microwave.
  3. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and warm each tortilla for 20 to 30 seconds per side until soft and flexible. Keep them stacked under a towel.
  4. On each warm tortilla, spread 2 to 3 tbsp refried beans, then layer the seasoned beef, 2 to 3 tbsp nacho cheese sauce, a dollop of sour cream, and a handful of the 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese.
  5. Fold in the sides, roll from the bottom up, and place seam-side down in a dry skillet over medium heat. Press with a spatula and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and sealed. Slice in half and serve with the cross-section facing up.

Notes

The seasoned beef can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated, which makes weeknight assembly very quick. If you are making these for a group, keep the assembled burritos wrapped in foil in a 200°F (93°C) oven for up to 20 minutes while you finish the rest. Leftover nacho cheese sauce keeps in the fridge for a week and reheats well.