Beef and Cheese Chimichanga

 

 Ingredients

or 1 pound ground beef

or 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans

or 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

or 3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce, divided

or 2 teaspoons chili powder

or 1 teaspoon minced garlic

or 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

or 12 (10 inch) flour tortillas, warm.

or 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles.

or 1 can (4 ounces) chopped jalapeno peppers.

or oil for  frying.

or 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.How to Make Beef and Cheese Chimichanga

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; flow away. Add beans, onions, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, chili powder, garlic and cumin.

Place about 1/3 cup meat mixture off-center on each tortilla. Fold the edge closest to the filling up and over to cover. Fold  and roll on both sides.Secure with toothpicks. In a large pot, combine chiles, peppers, and remaining tomato sauce. heat through.

In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat 1 inch of oil to 375°. Fry  chimichangas for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side, until golden brown.Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with sauce