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Delicious homemade Cheesy Quesarito inspired by Taco Bell recipe.

Cheesy Quesarito

A fun and customizable take on Taco Bell's famous Cheesy Quesarito, made easily at home with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Follow package instructions for preparation.
  • 2 large flour tortillas Use larger tortillas for better foldability.
  • 1 cup Spanish rice Prepare according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup nacho cheese Can switch with different types of cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce Adjust to taste for spiciness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning according to package instructions.
  3. Prepare Spanish rice according to package instructions.
  4. Heat the tortillas in a separate pan until soft.
Assembly
  1. Spread nacho cheese on one tortilla, add a layer of Spanish rice, then the seasoned beef, and drizzle chipotle sauce.
  2. Top with another tortilla.
Cooking
  1. Cook in a pan over medium heat until both sides are golden and everything is heated through.
  2. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add diced onions or bell peppers while cooking the ground beef. Experiment with different cheeses, like pepper jack or cheddar, to change the flavor profile. If you like it spicy, add more chipotle sauce or some jalapeños to the filling. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.