Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Large bowl
- Aluminum foil

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

3. Add the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.

4. Add the chopped cilantro, black beans, diced tomatoes, and cooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine.

5. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

6. Place a flour tortilla on a sheet of aluminum foil. Spoon a quarter of the beef mixture onto the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle a quarter of the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beef mixture.

7. Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll up the burrito tightly. Wrap the aluminum foil around the burrito to secure it.

8. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

9. Place the wrapped burritos on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the burritos are heated through.

10. Remove the burritos from the oven and carefully unwrap the aluminum foil.

11. Sprinkle the chopped green onions and chopped cilantro over the top of the burritos.

12. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 632
Total fat: 29g
Saturated fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 105mg
Sodium: 1114mg
Total carbohydrate: 51g
Dietary fiber: 10g
Total sugars: 4g
Protein: 41g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- Black beans can be substituted with pinto beans or kidney beans.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with Monterey Jack cheese or pepper jack cheese.

Variations:
- Add sliced jalapeño peppers to the beef mixture for a spicy kick.
- Top the burritos with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option.

Tips and tricks:
- To make the burritos easier to roll, warm the tortillas in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before filling them.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the burritos in half for easier serving.
- Leftover burritos can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage instructions:
Leftover burritos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the burritos, wrap them in aluminum foil and bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the burritos on a platter with a side of salsa and guacamole. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeño peppers.

Garnishes:
Chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeño peppers

Pairings:
Serve the burritos with a side of Spanish rice and a green salad.

Suggested side dishes:
Spanish rice, green salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beef mixture is too dry, add a splash of water or beef broth to moisten it.
- If the tortillas are tearing when rolled, try warming them up in the microwave for a few seconds to make them more pliable.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Store leftover burritos in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
Palapa burritos are a popular Mexican-American dish that originated in the southwestern United States. They are typically filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, and cheese, and wrapped in a flour tortilla.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, spicy, cheesy

Serving suggestions:
Serve the burritos hot with a side of Spanish rice and a green salad.

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