Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.
Perfect Quesadilla (Cheese, Beef, Vegetarian)
Recipe by Joshua Weissman
A step‑by‑step guide to the ultimate quesadilla, featuring a classic cheese version, a beef‑and‑caramelized‑onion version, and a vegetarian mushroom‑zucchini version. Includes tips for homemade tortillas, butter‑browned edges, and how to get perfectly melted cheese every time.
MediumTex-MexServes 4
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
20m
Prep
1h 5m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 35m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$23.00
Per serving:$5.75
Critical Success Points
- • Achieving a golden‑brown, buttery crust on both sides of the tortilla.
- • Caramelizing onions until they develop sweet, deep flavor.
- • Searing steak to a proper medium‑rare temperature without overcooking.
Safety Warnings
- • Handle hot butter and oil with care to avoid burns.
- • Use a sharp knife on a stable cutting board; keep fingertips tucked.
- • Ensure steak reaches at least 130 °F for safe consumption.
You Might Also Like
Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos
Best Pommes Boulangère (Layered Baked Potatoes)
Main CourseBritishMedium
Coq au Vin with Buttered Noodles, Crispy Bacon, and Mushroom Garnish
Main CourseFrenchMedium
Classic Italian Lasagna
Main CourseItalianMedium
Classic English Apple Pie with Shortcrust Pastry
DessertBritishMedium
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
Main CourseFrenchMedium
Chicken and Onion Stir Fry
Main CourseChineseMedium