EASY CHEESY BEAN BURRITOS (LOW-FAT)

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My dad used to make this once a week growing up. The recipe came off a tortilla wrapper over 20 years ago. Super easy, cheap, lowfat, and yummy! Serve with a salad for a great weeknight meal.

Provided by GreenEyedLS

Categories     Black Beans

Time 20m

Yield 8 burritos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
2/3 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
8 burrito-size flour tortillas

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and cook until clear.
  • Reduce heat to medium, add green chilies, refried beans, and spices.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until hot.
  • Add cheese and stir until melted and combined.
  • Turn heat to low.
  • Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add 1 tortilla and cook about 1 minute per side, until slightly golden brown.
  • Remove tortilla to plate, spread 1/8 bean mixture, and wrap into a burrito.
  • Repeat steps 8 and 9 with remaining tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.9, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 4, Sodium 1351.7, Carbohydrate 76, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 16.9

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