Basic Taquitos by R.L. Keller
24 flour tortillas
Oil for deep frying
About a cup of favorite refried beans, blended until smooth
About 2 cups finely chopped beef, pork, or chicken, seasoned to taste
Favorite cheese, cut into thin slivers
Soften the tortillas 2 or 3 at a time by lightly frying them in oil until soft
but not brown and crisp, or by wrapping in a tea towel and nuking for about a
minute. Spread the softened tortillas thinly with the refried beans, and
cut into 1/4ths. Place small amount of meat and cheese on triangle, roll
up large side first, and secure with toothpick. Continue until all
tortillas are filled and rolled. Heat about half an inch of oil to trying
temperature and fry several of the taquitos at a time until crisp and nicely
browned on all sides. Place on paper towels to drain. Serve with
guacamole or salsa.