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Cheesy Potato Burritos Recipe

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Cheesy Potato Burritos combine crispy baked tater tots, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese wrapped in warm flour tortillas with a creamy nacho cheese sauce and sour cream for a hearty, satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or snack.

Ingredients

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Potato and Beef Filling

  • 3 cups frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste

Burrito Assembly

  • 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup nacho cheese sauce, plus extra for dipping
  • ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Bake Tater Tots: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake them for 20-25 minutes until they become golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning on all sides.
  2. Cook and Season Ground Beef: While the tater tots are baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no pink remains. Drain any excess grease from the pan. Stir in the taco seasoning along with a splash of water to evenly coat the beef and enhance the flavor.
  3. Warm the Tortillas: Warm your flour tortillas to make them pliable for rolling. You can do this by heating them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or by wrapping them in damp paper towels and microwaving for 20 seconds. This step prevents tearing during assembly.
  4. Assemble the Burritos: Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread approximately 1/4 cup of the nacho cheese sauce down the center. Add a portion of the seasoned ground beef, followed by a handful of crispy tater tots, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and add a dollop of sour cream. Be sure to keep the fillings centered and leave about 2 inches of space on either side for folding.
  5. Fold and Roll Burritos: Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then fold the bottom up over the fillings and roll tightly away from you, tucking as you go to form a secure burrito. Cut each burrito in half diagonally to serve.
  6. Serve: Serve your cheesy potato burritos immediately with extra nacho cheese sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the burritos for 1-2 minutes after rolling.
  • Use low-fat sour cream to reduce calories.
  • Substitute ground turkey for a leaner protein option.
  • Vegetarian version can be made by omitting beef and adding black beans or sautéed vegetables.
  • Adjust taco seasoning amount to your spice preference.

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