Burritos with Enchilada Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Burrito Filling:

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (or to taste)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 large flour tortillas

For the Enchilada Sauce:

• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat

Optional Toppings:

• Sour cream
• Chopped cilantro
• Sliced jalapeños
• Avocado
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Enchilada Sauce:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato sauce, broth, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.

1. Cook the Filling:

• In a skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
• Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
• Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, and cooked rice. Mix until well combined and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

1. Assemble the Burritos:

• Lay a large flour tortilla on a flat surface. Place a generous scoop of the filling mixture in the center.
• Sprinkle some shredded cheese on top of the filling.
• Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it from the bottom up to enclose the filling securely. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

1. Serve:

• Place the assembled burritos on a serving plate. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• If desired, you can place the burritos in a baking dish, top with sauce and cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.

1. Garnish and Enjoy:

• Serve with your choice of toppings like sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños, or avocado. Enjoy your delicious burritos with sauce!

Feel free to customize the filling with veggies, different proteins, or different types of cheese based on your preferences. Enjoy! Let me know if you have any specific ingredients in mind that you’d like to use.