When it comes to food, deconstruction — a riff on the term coined by French philosopher Jacques Derrida — refers to the idea of breaking apart elements traditionally combined together to make a dish, and serving the items separately or together in a unique way. At its best it has been a playful food art form often found in fancy restaurants. Some foodies predict it's a food trend that appears to be on its way out. Personally I think it adds a new dimension to one's meal with some creativity tossed in.
An example of a deconstructed appetizer/meal is one I put together one St. Patrick's Day.
How about deconstructed chicken burrito bowls served over brown rice
or a deconstructed dessert, an Almond Cake with Fresh Fruits? All entrees make a enticing presentation.
Cheesy Beef Burrito Skillet Meal
Cook's Notes: A fun deconstructed meal that's quick and easy, is a beef and bean skillet burrito topped with plenty of melted cheese! It's sure to be a family favorite. The tortillas were crisped in the oven and added in last. Recipe serves 4 and was adapted from closetcooking.com
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon dry taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water (or beef broth)
- 1 can (11 oz.) red enchilada sauce or salsa
- 1/2 (15 ounce can) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 3 (6 inch) tortillas sliced in 1-2 inch strips
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (or Monterey jack, etc.) shredded
- 1/4 cup sour cream or yogurt (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet with onions. Crumble and drain any excess grease.
- Mix the seasoning with water or broth and add to meat. Add the enchilada sauce or salsa, drained and rinsed beans and corn, bring to a simmer. Cook on low uncovered 25 minutes.
- Cut tortillas into 1 inch strip (lengthwise) bake on a baking sheet 2 minutes, turn over and cook other side 2 minutes.
- Add cheese to the burrito mixture and fold in tortilla strips. Serve immediately with optional toppings.
Definitely a "must try this dish." Looks easy and yummy.
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