Smashburger Quesadillas
A delightful twist on a classic cheeseburger, these quesadillas offer a melty, cheesy filling encased in crisp tortillas, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Quesadillas
- 1 lb ground beef High-quality ground beef is recommended.
- 4 large flour tortillas Large tortillas help encase the filling.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese Shredded cheese melts more evenly.
- salt, pepper, and garlic powder Used for seasoning the beef.
Optional Toppings
- pickles For additional flavor.
- diced onions Can be added for crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
- Press a small handful of ground beef onto one half of each tortilla.
- Season the beef generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook the beef side down for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Flip the tortilla, allowing cheese to melt over the cooked beef.
- Fold the tortilla in half, encasing the filling.
- Grill both sides until crispy and golden.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot with toppings.
Notes
To keep the quesadillas fresh, let cool before storing in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.