Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80% lean)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 4 large flour tortillas
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
– 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (optional)
– 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
– 1/4 cup diced pickles (optional)
– Cooking oil or butter, for frying
Instructions
Creating Smashburger Quesadillas is a fun and rewarding experience. Just follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Season it with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef with barbecue sauce (if using), diced onions, and diced pickles. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
3. Preheat the Skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little cooking oil or butter to grease the pan.
4. Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay one flour tortilla flat in the skillet. Sprinkle half of the tortilla with a generous layer of cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
5. Add Filling: Place half of the beef mixture over the cheese on one half of the tortilla.
6. Fold and Cook: Carefully fold the tortilla in half, covering the filling. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
7. Repeat: Remove the cooked quesadilla from the skillet. Wipe the skillet clean and repeat steps 4-6 with the remaining ingredients, creating another quesadilla.
8. Slice and Serve: Once both quesadillas are cooked, slice them into wedges using a sharp knife.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 28g