Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
Preparation:
Step 1:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 2:
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is fully browned. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is evenly seasoned.
Step 3:
Once the beef is cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat. Drain any excess grease, then set the beef mixture aside.
Step 4:
In a clean skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Place one tortilla into the skillet. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla, then add a portion of the beef mixture on top of the cheese. Add more cheese on top of the beef to ensure every bite is cheesy.
Step 5:
Fold the tortilla in half and cook until it is golden brown and crispy on one side (about 2-3 minutes). Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, adding more butter as needed.
Notes
Cooking Note:
- Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning the tortillas. Medium to medium-low heat works best for achieving a perfect golden crust.
- Ensure to drain excess grease from the beef to prevent soggy quesadillas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sodium: 600mg
- Protein: 20g