Love cheeseburgers? Love quesadillas? Then you’re going to love their beautiful, yummy union in this quick and easy recipe. That juicy, cheesy burger you’ve been craving is now sandwiched in between two layers of crisp, golden tortillas. Cheeseburger Quesadillas are delectable, dip-able hybrid you’re going to want again and again.
A good grilled cheese sandwich is a simple staple everyone should know how to make. It was one of the first things we taught the sons how to make.
Since then, we’ve expanded– coming up with some pretty solid ideas along the way. We’ve done Tex Mex, Chicken & Broccoli, White Pizza, even Mac N Cheese.
Quesadillas are the Tex Mex equivalent, but instead of a luscious layer of creamy cheese sandwiched between two crisp pieces of toast– it’s sandwiched between a crisp flour tortilla. It was a simple step to teach them the same technique and apply it.
The sons have been hooked on quesadillas ever since. Not a big surprise– who doesn’t appreciate a good change up to the daily sandwich regime come lunch time?
This Mom also loves that it’s something they can make themselves, especially on busy days.
Like we’ve done with it’s American cousin, it was all too obvious it’d be only a matter of time before we began experimenting with creative filling ideas.
I mean do you always have bread or buns on hand? Because I sure don’t.
Sometimes though, despite the lack of fluffy carbs to stuff with heady ideas of hearty meat and cheese combinations– I still really want to enjoy a juicy burger. The teens too!
Hellllllo you lovely little flour tortilla you, way to save our day!
Stuffed with sweet red onion, juicy seasoned hamburger meat, and melted cheese that’ll leave you salivating over the ‘pull’ between slices– Cheeseburger Quesadillas are the perfect comfort food hybrid.
Plate them up with your favorite burger toppings and serve ’em with a smile.
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Cheeseburger Quesadillas
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp dill pickle relish optional
- 1/2-1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- salt & pepper to taste
- shredded cheddar or pepper jack, cheese
- 4 burrito-sized flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high, cook the ground beef until completely browned.
- Drain the beef and then return it to the skillet. Add in the red onion, ketchup, mustard, dill pickled relish, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir the mixture together until evenly combined. Salt and pepper the mixture, to taste, and let it cook just until heated through.
- Lay the tortillas out flat. Sprinkle some of the shredded cheese evenly out over one half of each tortilla. Spread 1/4 of the seasoned ground beef overtop of the cheese. Sprinkle another layer of cheese. Fold over the other half of the tortilla to close.
- Spray a large skillet with non-stick spray and heat over medium heat.
- Carefully transfer one of the filled until golden brown and crispy on one side, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a cutting board to cool, and repeat the previous steps until all of them are cooked and cooled.
- Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut them int wedges before serving.
- Serve with ketchup and mustard for dipping, and with any other burger toppings you like.
Ann says
I love your take on this simple quesadilla. Definitely way to save your day! #FiestaFriday
4sonsrus says
Thanks Ann, and sometimes we’ve all got to get creative so the troops don’t starve, lol
Julie says
This recipe looks amazing! I would love a couple wedges right now.
4sonsrus says
Thanks, Julie. Luckily, it’s ready in a snap so you can fix the craving almost any time.
Jhuls says
It’s good that I just finished taking my meal or else I’d catch myself licking my screen. 😀 These cheeseburger quesadillas are amazing for someone who loves both like me. I am happy that you took these with you at this week’s FF. Have fun, Meaghan. 🙂
4sonsrus says
Thanks, Jhuls! You’re so right– they’re a perfect compromise between the two.
Frugal Hausfrau says
Fun, filling and fast!! You can’t ask for more!
4sonsrus says
Right, Mollie??
Jamie H says
Thanks for linking up this delicious recipe at the Pretty Pintastic Party! We love it so much we will be featuring it at the party this weekend! Stop by, grab a featured badge, and link up some more fantastic posts!
4sonsrus says
Thanks, Jamie!
Quinn Caudill says
Yum! What a great idea! My kids would love it.
Sarah says
I HAVE to try this! It looks so so good!
4sonsrus says
You totally go Sarah, and as good as it looks it’s looks just don’t do it justice.