SLOW-COOKED BEEF BURRITOS WITH GREEN CHILES

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I created this recipe years ago, and it has become such a favorite that the wonderful aroma of it cooking makes my family instantly happy. It is hearty, flavorful and easy to prepare, and it uses the long, slow cook that truly defines comfort food. -Sally Pahler, Palisade, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds)
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
4 cans (7 ounces each) whole green chiles, drained and coarsely chopped
1 large onion, diced
14 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream, sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, salt, cumin and cayenne; rub over roast. Place in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add the tomatoes, chiles and onion. Cook, covered, on low 7-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast from slow cooker; shred with 2 forks. Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon; discard the cooking juices. Return beef and vegetables to slow cooker and heat through. Serve in tortillas, with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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