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Delicious Smashburger Quesadillas with melted cheese and fresh ingredients

Smashburger Quesadillas

These Smashburger Quesadillas combine crispy tortillas with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and a drizzle of mustard, making for a quick and delightful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 4 pieces Flour tortillas, 8- or 10-inch Use your preferred size.
  • 1 lb Ground beef Lean ground beef (90/10) for less fat splatter is preferred.
  • 1 small Onion, diced Adds flavor and sweetness.
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar or American cheese, sliced or shredded American cheese gives a classic melt; cheddar adds flavor.
  • 1 cup Pickles, thinly sliced Dill or bread-and-butter, depending on preference.
  • to taste Yellow mustard Drizzle or smear on the quesadilla.
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.
  • Cooking oil (neutral oil like canola or knob of butter) For toasting.

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high and add a splash of oil.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring, until soft, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until no pink remains and bits are nicely browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. If there’s a lot of fat, carefully drain most of it.
Assembling the Quesadilla
  1. Heat a second skillet over medium and add a little oil or butter.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet.
  3. Sprinkle cheese over half of the tortilla. Top the cheese with a layer of the cooked beef, a few pickle slices, and a drizzle of yellow mustard.
  4. Fold the tortilla over the filling so it forms a half-moon. Cook until the bottom is golden and crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden and the cheese has melted, another 2 to 3 minutes. Lower the heat slightly if the tortilla browns too fast before the cheese melts.
Serving
  1. Remove the quesadilla, slice into wedges, and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve sliced wedges with a side of simple salad, potato chips, or fries. Keep finished quesadillas warm in a low oven (about 200°F) for serving.

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