Description
Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas are a quick and satisfying meal made with seasoned ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and crispy tortillas. This easy recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a snack. Whether you make them for a crowd or just a few, these quesadillas are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Olive oil
- Ground cumin
- Chili powder
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt and pepper
- Tomato paste
- Beef broth or water
- Flour tortillas (7-8 inches)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat the beef.
- Once the beef is fully cooked, stir in tomato paste, followed by the beef broth or water. Let the mixture absorb the liquid and then remove from heat.
- Lay out tortillas and sprinkle a layer of cheese on one half of each.
- Top with the cooked ground beef mixture, followed by another layer of cheese.
- Fold each tortilla into a half-moon shape.
- Heat a greased pan over medium heat and cook the quesadillas in batches until golden brown and the cheese has melted. Flip gently to av
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed bell peppers, onions, or corn to the beef mixture.
- Make the quesadillas spicy by adding sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
