Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these smashburger quesadillas, where juicy ground beef meets melted cheese in a crispy tortilla. Each bite is a delightful combination of savory flavors and gooey goodness that’s perfect for family gatherings or casual nights at home. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit at any meal. Get ready to savor every crispy, cheesy morsel!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
4 large flour tortillas
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: chili powder for heat
Toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles (as desired)

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and grating the cheese.
Sauté the diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
On half of each tortilla, layer the cooked beef mixture followed by shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over.
In a clean skillet over medium heat, cook each quesadilla seam-side down until golden brown (3-4 minutes), then flip to crisp the other side.
Let cool for a minute before slicing into wedges and serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed jalapeños or swapping beef for chicken or black beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.