Freezer Bean and Cheese Burritos
Make these Bean and Cheese Burritos ahead of time, pop them into the freezer and reheat as needed for an easy lunch!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 9 servings
Calories 287kcal
Ingredients
- 2 (15 oz) cans of refried beans (I used Whole Foods 365 brand)
- 2/3 cup diced green chiles (or a 4 oz. can of mild diced green chiles)
- 2-3 tsp mild chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (could also use Monterey Jack or Mexican blend)
- 9 burrito size tortillas (I like Margarita's Tortilla Factory)
Instructions
- In a 2-quart saucepan, mix the beans, green chiles, and spices together. Heat them over low heat until warmed through and they become more spreadable.
- Set up an assembly line of beans, cheese, and tortillas. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and heat each tortilla for about 20-25 seconds, flipping half-way through. This is to help make the tortillas more pliable and less apt to break when folding.
- Place 2 tbsp of cheese onto each tortilla, top with about 1/2 cup of bean mixture. Be sure to leave plenty of room on each end so you can fold it. Fold the bottom half of the tortilla over the filling and pull back gently, then fold then ends in. Roll the bottom half (the end nearest you) up the rest of the way. Place onto parchment paper-lined cookie sheet and continue the process until all the burritos are made. Place sheet pan into the freezer and let freeze until the burritos are solid and firm. Then, place into freezer bags and put back into the freezer.
- To reheat (for 1 burrito), wrap a damp paper cloth around the burrito and place into the microwave for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, turning halfway through, or until filling is hot.
Notes
Reheating in my 1000 watt microwave takes about 2 minutes. Be sure to turn halfway through. Cook times will vary depending on your microwave. I'd start with a minute and go from there.
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