Maple Bacon Cheeseburger Quesadillas (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef and Seasonings
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1 pound ground beef
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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Salt, to taste
→ Quesadilla Fillings
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4 large tortillas
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2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
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6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Optional Toppings
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Diced tomatoes
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Pickles
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Shredded lettuce
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Extra maple syrup for drizzling
# Let's Cook!:
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In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat. Add maple syrup, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir to combine, then remove from heat and set aside.
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Lay out the tortillas. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on one half of each tortilla. Top with the cooked beef mixture and crumbled bacon. Add the remaining cheese on top.
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Fold each tortilla in half to cover the filling. Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown.
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Slice the quesadillas into wedges and serve warm. Drizzle with extra maple syrup and top with diced tomatoes, pickles, or shredded lettuce if desired.
# Cook's Notes:
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Add extra maple syrup to the beef or inside the quesadilla before folding for more maple flavor.
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Use any perfectly melted cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack for a gooey texture.
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Cook the quesadillas on medium-low heat to ensure the cheese melts completely without burning.