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Easy Ground Beef Quesadillas

A stack of cheesy Ground Beef Quesadillas cut into wedges, showing a dramatic cheese pull.
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Make quick and cheesy ground beef quesadillas on the stovetop. This recipe provides simple steps for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 medium flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces. Remove from heat.
  3. Heat a large, dry skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  4. Place one tortilla in the hot skillet. Sprinkle half of the tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the cooked ground beef mixture and 1/4 cup of cheese.
  5. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
  6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the skillet and keep warm while you cook the remaining quesadillas. Add a small amount of oil to the skillet if the tortillas start sticking.
  8. Slice each quesadilla into wedges before serving.

Notes

  • For crispier tortillas, wipe the skillet clean between batches and use a light coating of oil or butter.
  • Use a medium heat setting to cook; high heat burns the tortilla before the cheese melts.
  • Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

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