Beef Quesadillas Recipe

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These Beef Quesadillas are a quick and delicious meal that everyone will love. Filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese, these quesadillas are crispy on the outside and savory on the inside. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a snack, they're ready in under 30 minutes and are sure to become a family favorite.

Cook Time20

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex

Keyword: Beef quesadillas, cheesy quesadillas,, easy Mexican recipe, ground beef recipe

Cooking Method: Stovetop

Diet: Kid-Friendly

Servings: people

Calories: 686kcal

Author: MelanieCooks.com

Equipment

1 Frying pan
1 Spatula

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 pack taco seasoning or homemade taco seasoning m
8 large flour tortillas burrito size
2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend
1 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef:Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Season the Beef:Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef, along with a small amount of water (as per seasoning packet instructions or to taste). Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes until the seasoning is well distributed and the beef is flavorful.
Assemble the Quesadillas:Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over half of the tortilla. Spoon a portion of the seasoned beef over the cheese, then sprinkle another 1/4 cup of cheese on top. Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
Cook the Quesadillas:Heat a little vegetable oil in the skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the folded quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Serve:Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and cut it into wedges. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Notes

For a spicier version, add some diced jalapeños to the beef mixture or use a spicy cheese blend.
You can also add other fillings like sautéed onions, bell peppers, or black beans for extra flavor and texture.

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