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Smashburger Quesadillas

A fun and quick twist on classic burgers and quesadillas, featuring seasoned ground beef pressed onto tortillas for a crispy, melty treat.
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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, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use seasoned ground beef.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste garlic powder Use to season.
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Use your preferred cheese.
Optional toppings
  • pickles For serving.
  • diced onions For serving.
  • burger sauce For serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  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

Store leftover quesadillas by cooling completely, wrapping individually in foil or placing in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, crisp them in a skillet over medium heat or in an oven at 350°F until warmed through.