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Delicious Smashburger Quesadillas with melted cheese and savory fillings

Smashburger Quesadillas

Quick and satisfying quesadillas filled with seasoned beef and gooey cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day snacks.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 quesadillas
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the quesadillas
  • 2 large flour tortillas (10 to 12 inch)
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 is recommended for flavor and juiciness)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild, your choice)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (seeded if desired to reduce moisture)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking (vegetable, canola, or another neutral oil)

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the diced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they are translucent and soft, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook until it is browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir and let the seasoning cook briefly for about 30 seconds.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the diced tomatoes and both shredded cheeses.
Assembling the Quesadillas
  1. Wipe the skillet clean if needed and return it to medium-low heat. Place one tortilla in the pan.
  2. Spoon half the beef-and-cheese mixture onto one half of the tortilla. Spread it evenly but leave a 1/2 inch border.
  3. Fold the tortilla over the filling to form a half-moon, pressing gently with a spatula to seal.
  4. Cook until the bottom is golden and crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook the other side until crisp, another 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 1 minute. Slice into wedges. Repeat the assembly and toasting with the second tortilla.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For freezing, wrap individual wedges in foil or plastic wrap and freeze up to 2 months.

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