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Beef & Cheese Quesadillas: Your Guide to Crispy Perfection

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Beef & Cheese Quesadillas are crispy, golden tortillas filled with flavorful seasoned beef and melted cheese. They’re quick to make, endlessly customizable, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal or snack.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3–4 quesadillas (6–8 wedges)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or leftover shredded beef)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (or a mix of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 6–8 flour tortillas (8–10 inch)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
  • 1–2 tablespoons butter or oil (for cooking)
  • Optional: diced bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, black beans, or corn

Instructions

  1. Cook the beef mixture: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened, then add the ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and any optional add-ins like beans or peppers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Assemble the quesadillas: Wipe or lightly oil the skillet. Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese on one half. Spoon beef mixture over the cheese, top with a little more cheese, and fold the tortilla in half.
  3. Cook until crisp and golden: Cook over medium-low heat, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bottom is golden and crispy. Flip carefully and cook the other side until crisp and the cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Slice into wedges and serve hot with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Notes

  • Use a mix of cheeses for extra melt and flavor.
  • Cook on medium-low heat for even crisping without burning.
  • Don’t overfill — it helps keep the quesadilla crispy and easy to flip.
  • Cover briefly while cooking to help the cheese melt fully.
  • Reheat leftovers in a dry skillet to restore crispness.

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