Description
These Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas are a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Packed with seasoned ground beef and gooey cheese, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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Seasoned Ground Beef:
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 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
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted beef stock/broth
Quesadillas:
- 12 ounces shredded cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey jack, pizza mozzarella)
- 6 flour tortillas (7 to 8 inches in diameter)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For Serving:
- Salsa, guacamole, and/or sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Seasoned Ground Beef: In a large non-stick frying pan, cook ground beef with spices until browned.
- Assemble Quesadillas: Fill tortillas with cheese and seasoned ground beef, then fold in half.
- Cook Quesadillas: Heat oil in a pan, cook quesadillas until golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Cut quesadillas into halves and enjoy with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
Notes
- Consider using homemade taco seasoning for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (½ of a whole quesadilla)
- Calories: 227
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 443mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
