Description
Get ready to indulge in these delicious BBQ Beef Bacon Ranch Quesadilla Wedges, a perfect blend of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors. These hearty wedges are not just a snack; they’re an experience that will satisfy all your cravings.
Ingredients
- Large Flour Tortillas
- Shredded BBQ Beef
- Crispy Beef Bacon
- Shredded Cheese Blend
- Ranch Dressing
- BBQ Sauce (for dipping)
- Optional Fresh Toppings: Fresh cilantro, thinly sliced red onion, pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare Your Fillings: First things first, get all your components ready. Ensure your shredded BBQ beef is warmed through. Cook your beef bacon until it’s perfectly crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. Grate your cheese blend if you haven't already. If you're using any optional additions like cilantro or red onion, chop those now too.
- Set Up Your Cooking Station: Grab a large non-stick skillet or a griddle. Place it over medium heat.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay one large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread a thin, even layer of ranch dressing over one half of the tortilla.
- Layer the Goodness: Over the ranch-dressed half, evenly distribute a generous amount of your warm shredded BBQ beef. Sprinkle the crumbled crispy beef bacon over the beef. Pile on a good amount of your shredded cheese blend.
- Fold and Press: Carefully fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filled half, creating a neat semi-circle. Gently press down on the folded quesadilla with your hands.
- Cook to Golden Perfection: Carefully transfer the folded quesadilla to your preheated skillet or griddle. Cook for about 3-5 minutes on the first side.
- Flip and Finish: Using a wide spatula, carefully flip the quesadilla to the other side. Cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Rest and Slice: Once cooked, transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board. Let it rest for just a minute or two.
- Cut into Wedges and Serve: Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the semi-circle quesadilla into 3 or 4 wedges. Serve immediately with extra ranch dressing and BBQ sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Don't overfill the quesadilla to avoid uneven cooking. Pre-heat your beef for even heating, and ensure your beef bacon is crispy for the best texture.