The Legendary Enchirito: Taco Bell’s Lost Treasure (Now Homemade & Better Than Ever!)


 

1. Cook the Filling (5 mins!)

  1. Brown the beef in a skillet, drain fat, then stir in taco seasoning + water. Simmer 3 mins.

  2. Mix in refried beans until creamy.

(Great spot for an ad break—readers are drooling!)

2. Roll the Enchiritos

  1. Warm tortillas (10 sec in microwave = flexible!).

  2. Fill each with beef-bean mix + cheese, roll tightly (like a burrito).

3. Smother & Bake

  1. Place rolls in a baking dish, cover with enchilada sauce.

  2. Top with remaining cheese + olives.

  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 mins until bubbly.

4. Grandma’s Final Touch

  • Drizzle with extra sauce + sour cream, sprinkle cilantro.


Pro Tips for Enchirito Perfection

🔥 Steam tortillas first – Prevents cracking!
🔥 Make it spicy – Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
🔥 Freeze for later – Assemble unbaked, freeze, then bake when craving hits!
🔥 Crispy hack – Broil 1-2 mins at the end for bubbly, golden cheese.


Next-Level Variations

🧀 Queso Enchirito – Swap red sauce for cheesy queso blanco.
🌱 Vegan Magic – Use plant-based beef + dairy-free cheese.
🍗 Chipotle Chicken – Shredded chicken + chipotle sauce.
🥓 Breakfast Enchirito – Scrambled eggs + chorizo + salsa verde.

(Another prime ad placement—readers love twists!)