Lupin Free Classic Beef Quesadillas
Total time40 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time25 min
5.0(15)
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4 servings
For the beef filling
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- ½ cup white onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp water
For the quesadillas
- 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
For serving
- sour cream, for serving (optional)
- salsa, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining, about 6–8 minutes. Drain off all but about 1 tbsp of fat.
- 2
Add the onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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