Description
Indulge in the crispy and cheesy goodness of these Ground Beef Quesadillas, a quick and delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With seasoned ground beef enveloped in warm tortillas and melted cheese, this recipe is sure to impress both family and friends. The homemade taco seasoning adds rich flavors, making each bite a savory treat. Customize them with your favorite vegetables or spice levels for added flair—these quesadillas are versatile enough to suit every palate. Serve them as a fun appetizer or a hearty main dish; everyone will be reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- 4 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 batch Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Mix the spices for the taco seasoning in a small bowl while the beef cooks.
- Reduce the heat to medium; stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the liquid reduces.
- Lay a tortilla flat, sprinkle with cheese, add the beef mixture, top with more cheese, and fold.
- Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat; cook quesadillas for 2–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm with guacamole and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg