Ground Beef Cheesy Quesadillas (Print-Friendly Version)
Melted cheese and seasoned beef wrapped in crispy tortillas. Perfect for quick meals or casual get-togethers.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main
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450 g lean ground beef
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7 ml olive oil
→ Seasonings
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2.5 ml salt
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5 ml ground chipotle chili pepper
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5 ml chili powder
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2.5 ml dried oregano
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2.5 ml garlic powder
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1.25 ml ground cayenne pepper
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2.5 ml onion powder
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5 ml ground cumin
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2.5 ml freshly ground black pepper
→ Other
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30 ml vegetable oil
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340 g mix of shredded cheeses (cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella)
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6 flour tortillas (18–20 cm each)
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15 ml tomato paste
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30 ml low sodium beef broth or unsalted stock
→ For Serving (optional)
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Guacamole
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Salsa
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Sour cream
# How to Make It:
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Set your oven to 95°C so the quesadillas stay warm while you finish cooking them.
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In a big non-stick skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Toss in the ground beef, chili powder, chipotle pepper, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Stir and break up the beef for about 8–10 minutes until it’s browned all over.
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Add the tomato paste and beef broth to the pan. Let it cook for another 1–2 minutes. Take the beef mixture out and let it drain if there’s extra fat.
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Lay out the tortillas flat. Spread half the cheese over one side of each tortilla. Scoop the cooked beef mixture onto the cheese and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top. Fold each tortilla in half like a taco.
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Heat up 10 ml of vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Swirl the oil around to coat the pan. Put two folded quesadillas in the pan. Cook them for 2 minutes on each side until they’re crispy and golden brown with melted cheese. Move cooked quesadillas to a sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. Do this with the rest, adding more oil if you need to between batches.
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Slice each quesadilla in half to make 12 pieces. Serve with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream if you want.
# Extra Information:
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Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge and eat within 3–4 days. Reheat before enjoying.
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Feel free to switch the seasoning for your own homemade taco blend.
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Prep and cooking times might change depending on your tools and how many you're making.