Make-Ahead Burritos

Name: Make-Ahead Burritos
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded cooked chicken or beef; 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa; 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained; 1 envelope burrito seasoning; 1/2 cup water; 16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed; 16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 5-inch x 1/2-in. strips

8 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

3 cups shredded cooked chicken or beef
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 envelope burrito seasoning
1/2 cup water
16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 5-inch x 1/2-in. strips

Directions

1

In a large skillet, combine the meat, salsa, beans, chilies, seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through.
2

Spoon about 1/3 cup off-center on each tortilla; top with a cheese strip. Fold edge of tortilla nearest filling over to cover. Fold ends of tortilla over filling and roll up. Wrap individually in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.
3

To use frozen burritos: Place foil packets on a
4

. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until heated through. If thawed, bake for 25-30 minutes.