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Queso Herreño Burritos Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup Queso Herreño cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Cheese grater

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add black beans, cooked rice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
5. Divide the beef and rice mixture evenly between the four flour tortillas.
6. Sprinkle shredded Queso Herreño cheese on top of the beef and rice mixture.
7. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in a baking dish.
8. Bake the burritos in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. 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: 583
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Protein: 36g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- Queso Herreño cheese can be substituted with any other type of shredded cheese.

Variations:
- Add diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or jalapeños to the beef and rice mixture for extra flavor and texture.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free option.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain any excess fat from the ground beef before adding the other ingredients.
- Use a cheese grater to shred the Queso Herreño cheese for easier melting.

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

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the burritos in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the burritos on a bed of lettuce with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Garnishes:
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
- Salsa

Pairings:
- Mexican rice
- Refried beans
- Guacamole

Suggested side dishes:
- Chips and salsa
- Corn on the cob
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting properly, try broiling the burritos for a few minutes to help the cheese melt and brown.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Queso Herreño is a type of cheese that originated on the island of El Hierro in the Canary Islands.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, cheesy, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with your favorite Mexican sides and garnishes.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Cheesy, Tangy, Herbal