Flavorful and satisfying, this 20-minute beef quesadilla recipe is sure to disappear from the table in no time! This simple recipe features flour tortillas filled with deliciously seasoned beef, tomato, and lots of melty cheese, before being cooked to crispy perfection on the stovetop. It’s a winning combination of flavors! 

Cheesy Beef Quesadillas Ingredients 

You’ll need:

• 1 pound of ground beef
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce with basil, garlic, oregano
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas
• 4½ cups Colby jack cheese, shredded

Substitutions and Additions 

CHEESE: You can swap out Colby jack cheese for sharp cheddar, pepper Jack, Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, or any of your other favorite cheeses.

BEANS: If you’d like a mix of proteins or want to make this recipe vegetarian, add a can of black beans in addition to or in place of beef.

BEEF: Instead of beef, you can sue any ground meat your prefer like chicken, turkey, or pork. 

VEGGIES: Add bell peppers, corn, mushrooms, or spinach if you’d like to incorporate more veggies into the meal. 

SPICE: Add some spice to this dish by adding red pepper flakes, chili powder, or diced jalapeños.

TORTILLAS: You can use corn tortillas instead of flour in this recipe. 

LIMES: Serve these quesadillas with a wedge of fresh lime for some fresh citrus flavor. It’s especially delicious if your quesadillas are spicy!

How to Make This Cheesy Beef Quesadillas Recipe 

STEP ONE: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, cooking until it’s no longer pink. Drain the grease, then return the meat to the skillet.

STEP TWO: Continue to brown beef. Add garlic paste, onion powder, salt, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir the beef mixture well to combine.

PRO TIP: If you are adding veggies to the recipe, add them in at Step Two. 

STEP THREE: In a separate large skillet, melt ½ tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat.

STEP FOUR: Place a tortilla in the skillet, then sprinkle it with cheese. Add the ground beef filling, and then sprinkle it with more cheese. 

STEP FIVE: Lay another tortilla on top and spread butter over the tortilla.

STEP SIX: Flip the quesadilla over and continue cooking until the cheese is melted.

PRO TIP: Keep an eye on the quesadillas and adjust your cooking temperature as necessary to ensure the cheese melts without burning the tortillas. 

STEP SEVEN: Repeat Steps Three to Six for each quesadilla, then serve with your favorite toppings, like salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

How To Serve 

Serve these satisfying cheesy beef quesadillas topped with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa. They’re so satisfying on their own or served alongside a Mexican Layered Salad and Mexican Corn on the Cob. 

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftover beef quesadillas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

IN THE FREEZER: These beef quesadillas can also be frozen for up to two months. Store them in a freezer-safe container separated by layers of parchment paper. 

REHEATING: To reheat, place quesadillas on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for about 10 minutes until they’re heated through and crispy. 

Cheesy and flavorful, these beef quesadillas make for a great dish anytime! They’re incredibly delicious and will satisfy everyone at the table.  

FAQ:

Q? Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

A: To make this recipe vegetarian, swap out the beef for black beans in this recipe. You can also do half beans and half beef if you’d like a mix of proteins. 

Q? Can I cook quesadillas in the oven instead of on a stovetop?

A: Instead of using the stovetop, you can bake quesadillas at 400°F for a few minutes. Keep an eye on them, so they don’t burn!

Q? Can I make this recipe spicy?

A: You can make this recipe spicy by adding red pepper flakes and serving the beef quesadillas with hot sauce.

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Cheesy Beef Quesadillas

Enjoy these delightfully cheesy beef quesadillas filled with deliciously seasoned beef and lots of yummy flavors.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Cheesy Beef Quesadillas Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces tomato sauce with basil, garlic, and oregano
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• 2 tablespoons butter divided
• 8 10-inch flour tortillas
• 4½ cups Colby jack cheese shredded

Instructions

• In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef. Cook until no longer pink. Drain grease and return beef to the skillet.
• Continue to cook the beef until browned. Add garlic paste, onion powder, salt, tomato sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
• In a separate large skillet over medium-low heat, add ½ tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt.
• Place a tortilla in the skillet. Add cheese, beef mixture, then more cheese to the tortilla. Lay another tortilla on top and spread butter over the tortilla.
• Flip the quesadilla over and continue cooking until all of the cheese is melted.
• Repeat steps for each quesadilla.

Notes

This is a great recipe to buy pre-shredded cheese for as it makes prep time even quicker for your easy meal.

I recommend using lean beef or draining the excess grease off when you’re done cooking the meat so that your quesadillas don’t get soggy.

Watch it closely while it is cooking so that you don’t burn the quesadilla at the last second.

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If you’re looking for an easy but incredibly delicious dip, try this bacon cheddar cream cheese dip. It’s sure to become your new go-to favorite. It combines everyone’s favorite ingredients and is oven-ready in just 3 simple steps. Adding crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese sends the flavor over the top.

Cream Cheese Dip

You’ll need:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded “old” cheddar
• 3 to 4 green onions, diced
• 8 slices bacon, crumbled

Substitutions and Additions 

MAYONNAISE Sour cream or Greek yogurt is a great, lower-fat option that still tastes great and has a similar texture.

OLD CHEDDAR CHEESE: Old cheddar cheese adds a distinctive sharp taste, but other varieties of cheese can be used with great tasting results.

CRUMBLED BACON: Use pre-cooked crumbled bacon instead of making your own to make your dip even easier to prepare.

How to Make This Cream Cheese Dip

STEP ONE: Mix together all of the ingredients except for the bacon in a medium mixing bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

PRO TIP: Start with your cream cheese at room temperature. This will allow your dip to blend together quickly and make it smooth and creamy.

STEP TWO: Spread the cream cheese mixture into a pie plate.

PRO TIP: Any oven-safe serving dish will work for this dip.

STEP THREE: Top with 8 slices of crumbled bacon.

STEP FOUR: Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

STEP FIVE: Serve with an assortment of crackers.

How To Serve 

Serve this bacon cheddar cream cheese dip hot out of the oven with an assortment of your favorite crackers.

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: You won’t likely need to worry about storing leftovers, but should you have any, tightly cover them and keep them refrigerated for up to 4 days.

IN THE FREEZER: We do not suggest freezing this dip. The consistency will be watery when it thaws.

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Cream cheese dip can be reheated in the oven or the microwave.

Perfection doesn’t have to be complicated. This hot dip could not be easier or more delicious. In just 3 steps, you’ll be ready to pop it in the oven. The result is a crowd-pleasing dip that people simply can’t get enough of. 

FAQ:

Question: What other toppings could I add to this dip?

Answer: Other toppings like diced tomatoes, jalapenos, olives, or onions are great additions to this cream cheese dip.

Question: Can I make this dip without the bacon?

Answer: You can omit the bacon. The flavor will be different but still delicious.

Question: Can I use this as a cold dip with veggies?

Answer: Yes, try sliced cucumbers, mushrooms, cauliflower, or other favorites in this delicious dip.

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Cream Cheese Dip

You’ll want to bring this cream cheese dip to your next gathering. Bacon and cheddar cheese turn a basic cream cheese dip into an irresistible addition to any spread.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded “old” cheddar
• 3 to 4 green onions diced
• 8 slices bacon crumbled

Instructions

• In a medium mixing bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer, mix together all of the ingredients, except for the bacon.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture into a pie plate.
• Top with 8 slices of crumbled bacon.
• Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
• Serve with an assortment of crackers.

Notes

Note: This recipe recommends using a pie plate for your dip but you could use a different shape of serving dish if you have that instead.

Note: Let your block of cream cheese come to room temperature so that it blends smoothly.

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