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Copycat Taco Bell Beefy Melt Burrito

A drool-worthy homemade version of the iconic fast-food burrito, packed with seasoned ground beef, gooey nacho cheese, shredded fiesta blend, crispy strips, and cool sour cream all wrapped in a toasted warm tortilla.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fast Food, Mexican-American
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Filling
  • 1 lb lean ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning 1 packet
  • 0.33 cup water
Assembly
  • 4 large flour tortillas burrito size
  • 0.5 cup nacho cheese sauce warmed
  • 1 cup shredded fiesta blend cheese or cheddar/jack blend
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup red tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
  • 0.5 cup seasoned Mexican rice optional
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for grilling

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Meat chopper or spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break apart into fine crumbles. Cook for 5-7 minutes until completely browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add taco seasoning and water to the browned beef. Stir well, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the liquid thickens and coats the meat.
  3. Warm the nacho cheese sauce in the microwave until smooth and pourable.
  4. Wrap the flour tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds until steaming and pliable.
  5. To assemble, lay a warm tortilla flat. Add a layer of rice (if using) and a generous scoop of the seasoned ground beef to the center.
  6. Drizzle warm nacho cheese sauce over the beef. Top with shredded fiesta blend cheese, tortilla strips, and a line of sour cream.
  7. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll from the bottom up tightly, ensuring the burrito is completely sealed.
  8. Heat a clean skillet over medium-low heat with a little oil. Grill the burritos seam-side down first for 1-2 minutes to seal, then flip and grill the other side until golden and crispy. Cut in half and serve.

Notes

Ensure tortillas are thoroughly warmed before rolling to prevent cracking and blowouts.