Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 large flour tortillas (8–10 inches each)
- 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices American cheese
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Optional Garnishes: Sliced pickles, Chopped fresh cilantro, Salsa, Sour cream
Instructions
- Mix the ground beef with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until just combined.
- Preheat a flat griddle or heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced onions to one side of the griddle and cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the onions to a plate and set aside.
- Divide the beef mixture into 8 portions and roll each into a loose ball.
- Place 4 beef balls onto the griddle and flatten each to form patties.
- Cook the patties until edges are browned, around 2 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Flip the patties, add cheeses, and cook until melted, about 1 more minute.
- Wipe the griddle clean and reduce heat to medium.
- Brush tortilla sides with melted butter and place one on the griddle.
- Layer 2 patties, onions, and drizzle with sauce, then top with another tortilla.
- Cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook the other side.
- Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients for a total of 2 quesadillas.
Notes
Serve warm with optional garnishes like pickles, salsa, or sour cream. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg