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Smashburger Quesadillas

Smashburger Quesadillas: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Delight

Smashburger Quesadillas are a delicious twist on comfort food, featuring seasoned beef and melty cheese in crispy tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quesadillas
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Best with an 80/20 fat ratio for juicy flavor; substitute with Impossible Meat or seasoned black beans for vegetarian option.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • Garlic Powder Essential seasoning; consider smoked paprika and onion powder for bolder taste.
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Burrito-size works best; almond flour tortillas are a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese A blend of sharp cheddar and American cheese; use plant-based cheese for dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Smashburger Quesadillas
  1. Begin by warming a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until droplets of water sizzle and evaporate instantly.
  2. While the skillet heats, season the ground beef generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Divide the beef into quarters and press a quarter onto one half of each flour tortilla.
  3. Place the tortilla with the beef side down on the hot skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes until edges turn crispy and beef browns.
  4. Carefully flip the tortilla to cook the other side while immediately sprinkling a mix of shredded cheese over the beef, then fold the tortilla in half.
  5. Continue grilling for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing it into wedges.
  7. Serve the quesadillas with your favorite toppings or dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite proteins or veggies. Use a cast iron skillet for optimal crispiness.

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