It’s no secret that I’m a sucker for sloppy Tex-Mex. I love pretty much anything doused in enchilada sauce covered in cheese- it’s my weakness (well, one of ’em). The other night I was craving Mexican food pretty bad (it happens a lot lately) and I decided to whip up these burritos. They took no time to make and tasted awesome. You’ll have to excuse the fact that I had to photograph them on a paper plate…we’ve been in the middle of having some renovations done and I packed all my dishes up temporarily. If you’re in need of a quick, delicious meal, try these burritos- they won’t disappoint!
Smothered Burritos
1 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (4.5 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
half a (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
burrito-sized flour tortillas, warmed
shredded cheddar cheese
Garnishes:
shredded lettuce
chopped tomatoes
shredded cheddar cheese
chopped green onions
sliced black olives
cilantro
avocado
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat and drain. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Stir in the green chiles and turn off heat; keep warm. Warm the refried beans in a small skillet over low heat.
In a saucepan, combine the tomato soup and enchilada sauce. Mix well, and cook over medium heat until heated through.
Place a warmed tortilla on a plate and spread some of the refried beans into the center; sprinkle with cheese, then spoon some of the ground beef mixture onto the center. Tuck in the ends of the tortilla and carefully fold into a burrito. Spoon some of the enchilada sauce over the burrito and top with additional cheese and garnishes. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serves 4-6
Recipe source: Adapted from allrecipes.com
I share your love of Mexican food, though as a CA native, I am partial to the Mexicali variety. 🙂 Looks delicious! Good luck with your renovations.
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Comment by Maia at Sweet Alchemies — September 22, 2011 @ 10:46 AM
Canned tomato soup in an enchilada recipe? Wow, authentic.
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amy Reply:
September 22nd, 2011 at 10:01 PM
That’s cute. Do you feel big now?
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Comment by Random Commenter — September 22, 2011 @ 8:28 PM
yeah–like what is the deal~~that is not very nice! i think i am gonna give this a whirl…tom soup and all!!hehe
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Comment by WenDee Riffe — September 23, 2011 @ 11:21 AM
I totally wouldn’t have noticed the paper plate if you didn’t mention it. Personally, I think burritos just taste better on paper plates;)
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Comment by Gwen — September 24, 2011 @ 8:51 PM
Looks divine! I can’t wait to try it, I’m also a sucker for Tex-Mex!
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Comment by Kim — September 25, 2011 @ 9:54 PM
Wow, I have a baking blog but desserts may have to be put aside for this. My mouth is insanely watering. Love it!!
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Comment by Jess Wakasugi {Life's Simple Measures} — September 26, 2011 @ 11:40 AM
I’ve read a lot of food blogs, this one truly stands out from the rest…and makes me want to blog about food!
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amy Reply:
September 28th, 2011 at 9:12 PM
How sweet, Michelle, thank you! 🙂
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Comment by Michelle Eging — September 28, 2011 @ 12:47 PM
Amy, these look delish! Sounds like you’re “feathering the nest” these days with rennovations, etc. — so excited for you!
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Comment by Kimby — September 29, 2011 @ 5:41 AM
Amy, these look delish! I love biting into a burrito and tasting all those flavors at once…mmmmm. Sounds like you’re “feathering the nest” these days with renovations, etc. — so excited for you!
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Comment by Kimby — September 29, 2011 @ 5:43 AM
My hubby loved these . . . we will definitely be putting these on the “make again” list!
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Comment by Karen — September 29, 2011 @ 11:39 AM
This is Tex-Mex done right! Looks so delicious.
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Comment by Eliana — October 6, 2011 @ 1:10 PM
Just found your blog – loving it! when I was a kid my mom made Smothered Burritos, and I have not really heard of them since. I don’t think this is how she did hers, but the name caught my attention. Great recipe!
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amy Reply:
October 29th, 2011 at 10:37 PM
Thank you, Erin! I’m so happy you found me! I’d love to hear how your mom made her burritos- I’m always on the lookout for great new recipes (especially when they come from moms or grandmas!)!
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