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Cheesy Beef & Potato Burritos with Nacho Sauce Recipe

Cheesy Beef & Potato Burritos with Nacho Sauce Recipe

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These Cheesy Beef & Potato Burritos with Nacho Sauce are a delicious and satisfying meal that combines seasoned ground beef, golden diced potatoes, and gooey melted cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla and topped with a flavorful homemade nacho cheese drizzle. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced small
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1lb ground beef
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 4 cheese Mexican blend cheese

For the Nacho Cheese Drizzle:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook Potatoes: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add diced potatoes, season, and cook until golden and tender. Set aside.
  2. Prepare Beef Filling: In the same skillet, saute onions, add ground beef, garlic, taco seasoning, and water. Simmer until thickened.
  3. Make Nacho Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, stir in flour, then whisk in milk and cheddar. Season with salt.
  4. Assemble Burritos: Layer beef mixture, potatoes, and cheese on tortillas. Roll up tightly.
  5. Crisp Burritos: In a pan, toast burritos until golden and crisp on all sides.
  6. Serve: Slice burritos, drizzle with nacho cheese sauce, and garnish with tomatoes and parsley.

Notes

  • You can customize the filling with additional toppings like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less taco seasoning.

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