Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas, a must-try recipe perfect for any occasion. These crispy, golden tortillas are filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef and melty cheese, offering an irresistible Tex-Mex experience that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or hosting a casual gathering, these quesadillas are versatile enough to please every palate. Serve them alongside fresh dips like guacamole or salsa for an added burst of flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce (or salsa)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, cooking until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute. Mix in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Lay tortillas flat and sprinkle cheese on one half. Spoon the beef mixture over the cheese and top with more cheese before folding the tortilla in half.
- In a skillet over medium heat, lightly butter or oil the pan and cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serving with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg