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Steak Burritos with Monterey Jack Cheese

2.5

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You can also make these with chicken, ham or roast pork.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 12-ounce piece flank steak
4 10-inch-diameter flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups (packed) grated Monterey Jack cheese
3/4 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
3/4 cup chopped pitted black olives
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 cup purchased salsa
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped green onion
2 cups shredded lettuce

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer steak to work surface. Thinly slice steak on deep diagonal across grain.

    Step 2

    Wipe skillet with paper towels and place over medium-high heat. Add 1 tortilla and cook until soft and heated through, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer to plate; cover with towel to keep warm. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

    Step 3

    Serve steak with warm tortillas and remaining ingredients, allowing diners to assemble burritos.

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