Tacoritos

This mild and meaty Southwestern dish combines the delicious flavor of tacos with the heartiness of baked burritos. Your family’s going to love ‘em!

Tacoritos

Average Rating: 4.236842

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 40 min. Bake: 20 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
  • 3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional toppings: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced ripe olives and sour cream

Instructions

  • 1. In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in chili powder and garlic salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the beef, sausage and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in refried beans; heat through.
  • 3. Spread 1/4 cup sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spread 1 tablespoon sauce over each tortilla; place 2/3 cup meat mixture down the center of each. Top each with 1/4 cup cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over the top; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • 4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Serve with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 tacorito: 627 calories, 40g fat (19g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1131mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.