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Egg & Bean Burritos – Sunset

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These Egg & Bean Burritos offer a quick, satisfying meal that balances rich textures with bright flavors. The combination of creamy refried beans, spicy green chiles, and fluffy cornstarch-stabilized eggs creates a hearty filling that holds together perfectly in warm flour tortillas. Fresh cilantro adds a pop of herbal freshness, while Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully into every bite. Ideal for a busy weeknight breakfast-for-dinner or a light lunch, these burritos are vegetarian-friendly and easy to customize. Serve with a side of salsa and a dollop of yogurt for extra creaminess. A reliable comfort food classic that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 705.5
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Egg & Bean Burritos offer a quick, satisfying meal that balances rich textures with bright flavors. The combination of creamy refried beans, spicy green chiles, and fluffy cornstarch-stabilized eggs creates a hearty filling that holds together perfectly in warm flour tortillas. Fresh cilantro adds a pop of herbal freshness, while Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully into every bite. Ideal for a busy weeknight breakfast-for-dinner or a light lunch, these burritos are vegetarian-friendly and easy to customize. Serve with a side of salsa and a dollop of yogurt for extra creaminess. A reliable comfort food classic that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Salsa -- * see note
  • 1 1/2 cup Refried beans
  • 1 can Green chiles -- ** see note
  • 4 lg Eggs
  • 4 lg Egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup Cilantro -- chopped
  • 6 Flour Tortillas -- warmed
  • 1/2 cup Monterey jack cheese --
Directions
  1. 1
    Place the refried beans and green chiles in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Cook the bean mixture, stirring often, until it is hot and bubbly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. 3
    Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat together the eggs, egg whites, and cornstarch until well blended and slightly frothy.
  4. 4
    Stir the chopped cilantro and 3 tablespoons of the salsa into the egg mixture.
  5. 5
    Push the hot bean mixture to one side of the frying pan to clear an empty space.
  6. 6
    Pour the egg mixture into the cleared area of the pan.
  7. 7
    Cook the eggs, stirring gently but frequently, until they are softly set and no longer runny, about 4 minutes.
  8. 8
    Warm the flour tortillas according to package directions or briefly in a dry skillet.
  9. 9
    For each burrito, spoon 1/6th of the bean mixture and 1/6th of the egg mixture into the center of a tortilla.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle each filling with 1/6th of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  11. 11
    Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to enclose the filling.
  12. 12
    Place the burritos seam-side down on warm plates.
  13. 13
    Serve immediately with additional salsa, plain low-fat yogurt, and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 705.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.6g51%
Saturated Fat 12.0g60%
Cholesterol 399.1mg134%
Sodium 1127.4mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 61.3g21%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
Sugars 10.1g
Protein 36.5g73%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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