Comforting Wet Baked Burritos (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein and Vegetables

01 - 450 g ground beef
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasoning and Fillings

04 - 30 g taco seasoning
05 - 200 g refried beans
06 - 150 g cooked rice

→ Assembly

07 - 6 large flour tortillas
08 - 450 ml red enchilada sauce
09 - 200 g shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
10 - 50 g sliced black olives (optional)

→ Toppings (Optional)

11 - 60 ml sour cream
12 - 30 g chopped green onions

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking it apart. Drain excess grease.
02 - Add chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
03 - Sprinkle in taco seasoning and stir to coat the beef evenly. Add a splash of water if needed to help the spices bloom.
04 - Mix in refried beans and cooked rice until the filling is thick and cohesive.
05 - Heat tortillas briefly in the microwave or on a dry skillet until soft and pliable.
06 - Spoon a generous portion of filling onto each tortilla, adding a little shredded cheese inside. Fold the sides and roll tightly from bottom to top.
07 - Lightly grease a 23x33 cm baking dish and spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
08 - Place the burritos seam-side down in the baking dish, fitting them snugly without overcrowding.
09 - Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the burritos. Sprinkle the top with shredded cheese and olives if using.
10 - Bake uncovered at 190°C for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling.
11 - Let rest for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce and allow cleaner slicing.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Warm tortillas briefly to prevent tearing during assembly.
02 - Assemble burritos in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
03 - Let burritos rest after baking to improve texture and serveability.