Cheesy Beefy Roll-Ups

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Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 bag of pre-cooked Mexican rice (about 1-2 cups, depending on preference)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend works well)
• 1/2 cup queso (can use jarred or homemade)
• 6-8 flour tortillas
• Oil, for shallow frying
• Optional garnishes: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s no longer pink, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

2. Season the beef: Stir in the taco seasoning and chopped onion, cooking until the onion is soft and translucent and the beef is well seasoned. Remove from heat.

3. Prepare the rice: Heat the Mexican rice according to package instructions. Set aside.

4. Assemble the roll-ups: Lay out a tortilla on a flat surface. Spread a thin layer of queso over the tortilla. Add a spoonful of the taco beef mixture, a spoonful of Mexican rice, and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.

5. Roll up the tortilla: Carefully roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, ending with the seam side down to help keep it closed.

6. Repeat: Continue filling and rolling the remaining tortillas.

7. Heat the oil: In a large, shallow pan, heat a thin layer of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the roll-ups seam side down into the oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides, turning carefully with tongs.

8. Drain: Remove the roll-ups from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

9. Serve: Cut the roll-ups in half, if desired, and serve hot with optional garnishes like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or fresh cilantro.

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