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Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas Recipe – Easy & Delicious Quesadilla


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

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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