ITALIAN BEEF BURRITOS

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Just a little twist on the burrito. This one has a zesty Italian filling. I adapted this recipe from one found in our local paper.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb lean ground beef
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 can(s) kidney beans, drained
1 jar(s) (26 to 28 ounces) ragu spaghetti sauce
1/2 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp dried red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
3 c shredded mozzarella cheese
sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. Brown beef in a large skillet. Stir in onions and bell pepper and cook for 5-7 minutes more until veggies are tender. Drain grease. Reserve about 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce for garnish. Stir in kidney beans, remaining spaghetti sauce, oregano, pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste. Heat through.
  • 2. To serve: Warm tortillas. In center of each tortilla place 1/3 cup cheese and 1 cup of meat filling. Roll up and place on plate seam side down. If desired garnish with a tablespoon of sour cream and a little spaghetti sauce on each burrito.

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