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Smashburger Quesadillas

A quick and satisfying way to merge the flavors of burgers and quesadillas for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 1 lb ground beef You can use pre-cooked ground beef to save time.
  • Salt Season generously.
  • Pepper Season generously.
  • Garlic powder Add to taste.
  • 4 large flour tortillas Use smaller tortillas for snack-sized portions.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Feel free to swap for pepper jack or feta.
Optional Toppings
  • pickles For added crunch and tang.
  • diced onions For added flavor.
  • burger sauce For dipping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Take a small handful of ground beef and press it onto one half of each tortilla. Season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cooking
  1. Cook the beef side down for 2 to 3 minutes until browned.
  2. Carefully flip the tortilla, sprinkle cheese on top of the beef, then fold it in half.
  3. Grill each side until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese has melted.
  4. Slice into wedges and serve with your favorite burger toppings or dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness. For freezing, wrap tightly and store for up to three months.

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