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Mouthwatering Smashburger Quesadillas served with dipping sauces

Smashburger Quesadillas

A quick and delicious dinner that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with the convenience of a quesadilla.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20) The fat content gives fast browning and juicy flavor.
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-12 inch) Large whole-wheat or white corn-style tortillas can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Monterey Jack or pepper jack can be used for a bit of heat.
For seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Light dusting
Optional Toppings
  • to taste sliced pickles
  • to taste diced onions
  • to taste burger sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high until hot and lightly shimmering.
  2. Divide the ground beef into four even handfuls. Season each portion with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Place one tortilla on the hot skillet. Press one seasoned beef portion onto one half of the tortilla, spreading it into a thin smashed patty.
Cooking
  1. Cook the beef side down for 2 to 3 minutes without moving it until browned.
  2. Flip the tortilla so the meat side faces up. Scatter the cheese over the cooked beef.
  3. Fold the tortilla in half over the cheese and press lightly with the spatula to seal.
  4. Grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
Serving
  1. Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board. Let it rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges.
  2. Serve with sliced pickles, diced onions, and burger sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and consume within 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to keep the exterior crisp.

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