Description
This Taco Bell Quesarito recipe combines the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef, melty cheeses, and creamy sour cream wrapped inside a crispy quesadilla shell, then rolled up with rice, fresh veggies, and taco sauce to create a delicious Tex-Mex inspired burrito that you can make at home in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas (1 for quesadilla, 1 for wrapping)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade seasoning)
- 1/2 cup water (for seasoning)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for quesadilla)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for quesadilla)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup nacho cheese sauce (or melted cheese)
- 1/2 cup cooked white rice
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped lettuce (optional)
- 2 tbsp taco sauce or hot sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for melting inside the second tortilla)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb of ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Season the Beef: Add 1 packet taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and seasoning is fully incorporated.
- Make the Quesadilla Shell: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place one large flour tortilla on the skillet and evenly sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Place a second tortilla on top and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the bottom tortilla is golden brown. Carefully flip and cook the other side for another 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix together seasoned ground beef, 1/2 cup cooked white rice, 1/4 cup diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped lettuce if using, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup nacho cheese sauce, and 2 tbsp taco sauce or hot sauce if desired. Mix until combined.
- Assemble the Quesarito: Lay the cheese-melted tortilla flat. Spoon the prepared filling evenly in the center. Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the filling.
- Wrap It Up: Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it tightly to make a burrito shape.
- Final Heat (Optional): For extra crispiness, lightly toast the wrapped quesarito in the skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve: Cut in half if desired and serve immediately with extra taco sauce or sour cream on the side.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with beans or cooked vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Use homemade taco seasoning for a fresher flavor without preservatives.
- Heating the quesarito after wrapping helps the cheese melt fully and crisps the tortilla.
- Adjust the level of heat by varying the amount of taco sauce or hot sauce.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or microwave for a quick meal.
