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Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas: Melty, Quick Comfort Food

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas are a quick, customizable delight that makes weeknight dinners easy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or red onion based on preference.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Use a homemade blend for more control over flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Replace with beef broth for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Choice of cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican blend.
For the Quesadilla
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Corn tortillas can be used but may crack more easily when folding.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can use butter for extra flavor.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Perfect for balancing the savory filling.
  • 1 cup Guacamole Great for a splash of flavor.
  • 1 cup Salsa Choose your favorite type for additional spice.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Complements the flavors beautifully.
  • to taste Jalapeños Add for extra heat.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Nonstick skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Sprinkle in taco seasoning, adding water to bind. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  3. Lay one tortilla flat. Spoon seasoned ground beef mixture onto half of the tortilla. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filling. Fold tortilla over.
  4. In a nonstick skillet, drizzle olive oil over medium heat. Cook the folded quesadilla for 2-3 minutes until golden. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
  5. Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, and slice into wedges. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For crispy quesadillas, use freshly shredded cheese and adjust oil as needed when cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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