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Smashburger Quesadillas

Quick and easy quesadillas featuring ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas, perfect for a meal or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Garlic powder to season
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
Optional toppings
  • pickles
  • diced onions
  • burger sauce for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Press a small handful of ground beef directly onto one half of each tortilla. Season well.
  3. Cook beef side down for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  4. Flip, sprinkle with cheese, fold in half, and grill both sides until crispy and melty.
  5. Slice and serve with your favorite burger toppings or dipping sauce.

Notes

Use medium-high heat for best browning. Press the meat thin and do not overfill to keep tortilla neat. For crispness, reheat in a skillet or oven, not a microwave.