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Beefy Cheesy Roll Ups

Beefy Cheesy Roll Ups

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  • Author: Chloe
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Learn how to make delicious Beefy Cheesy Roll Ups with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal or snack!


Ingredients

  • 1 pound (454 g) ground beef (450 grams)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt (5 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) black pepper (2.5 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin (2 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) paprika (2 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) chili powder (1 gram)
  • 8 ounce (227 g) s shredded cheddar cheese (225 grams)
  • 8 flour tortillas (8-inch diameter)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil (15 milliliters)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce (411 g) s or 411 grams)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped fresh cilantro (15 grams)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream (240 milliliters)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
  6. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  7. Stir in salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and chili powder.
  8. Add the can of diced tomatoes to the beef mixture.
  9. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Remove skillet from heat and let it cool slightly.
  11. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
  12. Lay a flour tortilla on a flat surface.
  13. Spoon a portion of the beef mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
  14. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling.
  15. Place the roll-up seam side down in a baking dish.
  16. Repeat with remaining tortillas and beef mixture.
  17. Cover the roll-ups with foil.
  18. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  19. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  20. Garnish roll-ups with chopped fresh cilantro.
  21. Serve with sour cream on the side.

Notes

  • For a spicier flavor, add an extra pinch of chili powder to the beef mixture.
  • Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a unique taste.
  • Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor compared to pre-shredded cheese.