Bree’s Hot and Spicy Quesadillas

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 14
Bree's Hot and Spicy Quesadillas with a Kick!
in Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb lean ground beef
2 tablespoons cumin
16 ounces tomato sauce
5 louisiana pickled hot peppers
2 jalapenos , diced
1/2 cup diced red onion
4 flour tortillas
1/2 lb grated monterey jack pepper cheese
1 tablespoon margarine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
530
Sugar
8g
Fat
27g
Bree's Hot and Spicy Quesadillas are a take on traditional Mexican quesadillas that pack a spicy punch. The combination of cumin, hot peppers, and jalapenos gives this dish a flavor that is not for the faint of heart, but perfect for those who enjoy a kick of spice in their meals. They make a great weeknight dinner or party appetizer that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, adding in the cumin and diced red onion as it cooks.
2.After the beef is browned, pour in the tomato sauce and increase the heat to medium-high.
3.Chop up the louisiana pickled hot peppers and jalapenos and add them to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
4.In a separate skillet, melt the margarine over low heat.
5.Place a flour tortilla in the skillet and add a layer of grated cheese on one half.
6.Top with a spoonful of the beef mixture, then fold the empty half of the tortilla over to cover the filling.
7.Cook on each side for approximately 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortilla is crispy.

PROS

Bree’s Hot and Spicy Quesadillas are an easy and flavorful meal that can be made in under 30 minutes.

The variety of hot peppers and spices in the recipe makes for a complex and spicy flavor profile.

CONS

This recipe contains a fair amount of cheese, which may be a concern for those watching their fat and calorie intake.

The high amount of spicy peppers may be too intense for those who do not enjoy very spicy foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spicy peppers have been shown to provide numerous health benefits, including reducing inflammation and boosting metabolism.
Lean ground beef is a good source of protein and iron, which is important for healthy muscle function.
Monterey jack cheese provides a good amount of calcium, which is necessary for strong bones.

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