Smashburger Quesadillas: Your New Favorite Cheesy Comfort Food

Smashburger Quesadillas are a fun twist on burger night, offering cheesy goodness in just 20 minutes for a delightful meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 quesadillas

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Filling

1 lb Ground Beef Choose an 80/20 fat ratio for the juiciest flavor
Salt Essential for seasoning the beef
Pepper Essential for seasoning the beef
Garlic Powder Essential for seasoning the beef

For the Quesadillas

4 large Flour Tortillas Burrito-sized tortillas create the perfect base
1 cup Shredded Cheese Mix of sharp cheddar and American for great meltability

For Serving

Optional Toppings Customize with pickles, diced onions, and burger sauce

Equipment

cast-iron skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
Place flour tortillas on a clean surface. Spoon ground beef on one half, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and press flat.
Cook the tortilla beef-side down in the preheated skillet for 2-3 minutes until edges crisp and beef browns.
Flip the tortilla, sprinkle shredded cheese, fold in half, and grill for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cheese melts.
Remove from skillet, let sit for a minute, cut into triangles, and serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or in a skillet for a crisp exterior.

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