Queso Palmero Burritos Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup queso palmero cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 large flour tortillas

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Cheese grater

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
2. Add the diced onion, red and green bell peppers, and jalapeno pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the black beans, cooked rice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
4. Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded queso palmero cheese to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
5. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet.
6. Spoon the beef and cheese mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Roll up the tortilla, tucking in the sides as you go.
7. Serve the burritos immediately.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Cook the beef and vegetables over medium-high heat and then reduce the heat to low when adding the cheese.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 8 large burritos.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 450
Fat per serving: 18g
Carbohydrates per serving: 45g
Protein per serving: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for the ground beef.
- Any type of cheese can be used in place of queso palmero cheese.
- Brown rice or quinoa can be used instead of white rice.

Variations:
- Add diced tomatoes or corn to the beef and cheese mixture.
- Top the burritos with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the ground beef and adding extra vegetables.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain and rinse the black beans before adding them to the skillet.
- Use a cheese grater to shred the queso palmero cheese.
- Warm the tortillas before filling them to make them easier to roll.

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 foil and bake in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the burritos on a platter with a side of salsa and guacamole.

Garnishes:
Top the burritos with chopped cilantro or green onions.

Pairings:
Serve the burritos with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mexican rice
- Refried beans
- Corn on the cob
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beef and cheese mixture is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to thin it out.
- If the tortillas are tearing when you roll them, warm them up a bit more 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.

Food history:
Queso palmero cheese is a type of cheese that originated in the Canary Islands, off the coast of Spain. It is a semi-hard cheese that is made from cow's milk and has a slightly nutty flavor.

Flavor profiles:
The queso palmero cheese adds a creamy and slightly nutty flavor to the beef and vegetable mixture.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the burritos with a side of salsa and guacamole for dipping.

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Taste: Savory, Cheesy, Spicy, Tangy, Creamy, Smoky