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Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas: A Flavorful Delight!

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas are a flavorful delight filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a quick meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sour cream and salsa for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Lay out four tortillas on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the beef mixture over each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Top with the remaining tortillas.
  6. Wipe the skillet clean and return it to medium heat. Carefully place one quesadilla in the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
  7. Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
  • You can also use a mix of cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for added flavor.
  • For a healthier option, substitute whole wheat tortillas and lean ground turkey instead of beef.

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