Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 pound
- Taco seasoning: 1 packet
- Water: 1/2 cup
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 2 cups
- Flour tortillas: 8 large
- Cooking oil: 1 tablespoon
- Sour cream: for serving
- Salsa: for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Step 2: Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the beef is nicely seasoned.
- Step 3: Lay out four tortillas on a clean surface. Sprinkle each tortilla with 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, then evenly distribute the seasoned ground beef over the cheese. Top with another 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese each.
- Step 4: Top each filled tortilla with another tortilla.
- Step 5: Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Step 6: Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
- Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat quesadillas in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for a few minutes per side to restore crispness, or microwave for a quicker (but softer) result.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and your favorite salsa, or try adding some sliced avocado for extra creaminess and flavor.
- For even melting, use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded, which often contains cellulose that can hinder melting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American