Pan Burritos

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the first 6 ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, brown beef in a skillet and drain.
3. 3
   Mix 1/3 of the sauce with the browned beef.
4. 4
   In a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan, layer the casserole as follows:
5. 5
   1/3 sauce mix, 3 tortillas (torn to fit bottom of pan), 1/2 meat mixture, 1 1/2 cups cheese, 3 tortillas (torn to fit bottom of pan), refried beans spread evenly, remaining meat mixture, 1 1/2 cups cheese, 3 tortillas (torn to fit bottom of pan), remaining sauce and 1 cup cheese.
6. 6
   Bake in a 350° oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
7. 7
   Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
8. 8
   Serve with taco sauce, sour cream, chili peppers, chopped onions and/or guacamole, if desired.
9. 9
   Yields 8 to 10 servings.