Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas! Packed with well-seasoned ground beef and an abundance of ooey-gooey cheese, these quesadillas deliver a crispy golden-brown exterior that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings, they promise to satisfy your cravings with every delicious bite. Customizable to suit your taste, you can add veggies or different cheeses for even more flavor. Enjoy them warm with your favorite dips like salsa or guacamole for a delightful meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef
12 ounces shredded cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella)
6 flour tortillas (7–8 inches)
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground chipotle chili pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons unsalted beef stock/broth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (to grease pan)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) to keep cooked quesadillas warm.
In a non-stick frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook ground beef with spices until browned (8–10 minutes).
Stir in tomato paste and beef broth; cook for another 2 minutes.
On one half of each tortilla, layer cheese and then the beef mixture; fold over.
Cook quesadillas in a greased pan over medium-low heat for 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approximately 150g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 80mg