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Callie Brooks

Smashburger Quesadillas

An exciting twist on two beloved comfort foods, combining burger flavors with crispy tortillas, perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Feel free to customize your cheese choice
Seasonings
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste garlic powder
Optional Toppings
  • pickles Optional for serving
  • diced onions Optional for serving
  • burger sauce Optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Press a handful of ground beef onto one half of each tortilla. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cooking
  1. Cook the beef side down for about 2-3 minutes, until it’s beautifully browned.
  2. Flip the tortilla over, sprinkle with cheese, and fold it in half.
  3. Grill both sides for another 2-3 minutes, until the tortillas are crispy and golden brown.
  4. Slice into wedges, and serve with toppings like burger sauce, pickles, and diced onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet for a few minutes until heated through and crispy again. Can also be frozen for up to a month wrapped tightly.

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