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Freezer Beef and Rice Burritos


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 burritos 1x

Description

These freezer beef and rice burritos are a convenient and delicious meal prep option. Packed with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheese, they are perfect for quick lunches or dinners. Simply assemble, freeze, and reheat when ready to enjoy a hearty homemade burrito.


Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup long grain white rice
2 cups water
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
8 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
While the beef cooks, rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
Add the rinsed rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Remove rice from heat and fluff with a fork.
Stir the cooked rice and black beans into the seasoned beef mixture until well combined.
Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface.
Spoon approximately 3/4 cup of the beef and rice mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro over the filling.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up to form a burrito.
Repeat the assembly process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Wrap each burrito individually in plastic wrap and place them in a large freezer-safe bag or container.
Label and freeze the burritos for up to 3 months.
To reheat, unwrap a frozen burrito and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, until heated through. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes