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Beef Cheese Quesadilla

5 Irresistible Beef Cheese Quesadilla Recipes to Try


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Savor the mouthwatering goodness of Beef & Cheese Quesadillas, a delightful dish that combines seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables all grilled to crispy perfection.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • Sour cream and salsa (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook ground beef with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes) then remove from heat.
  3. Layer beef mixture and cheese on one half of each tortilla; fold over.
  4. Clean the skillet and cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  5. Let rest for a minute before slicing into wedges; serve with sour cream and salsa.

Notes

  • Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • Serve with different dips for variety.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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