Description
Make the ultimate Taco Bell Quesarito at home with seasoned beef, cheese sauce, and rice wrapped in a cheesy quesadilla. Restaurant-quality flavor in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7.6 oz box Old El Paso Cheesy Mexican Rice (or any preferred rice)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 oz taco seasoning packet
- 1/2 cup water
- 8 burrito-sized flour tortillas
- 8 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 6–8 tbsp sour cream
- 6–8 tbsp Taco Bell Brand Spicy Ranchero Sauce
- 12 oz evaporated milk
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese
- 8 oz grated pepper jack cheese
- 7 oz can diced chilies
Instructions
- Make the rice according to package directions. This usually takes 15-20 minutes, so start here first.
- While rice cooks, brown the ground beef in a large skillet. Drain excess grease, then add taco seasoning and water. Stir and let simmer until thickened.
- Place Velveeta, evaporated milk, pepper jack cheese, and diced chilies in a saucepan. Stir over low heat until melted. Let sit 10 minutes to thicken.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, place one tortilla and cover with cheddar cheese. Top with another tortilla and flip. Cook just until cheese melts – don’t let it get crispy. Repeat for 4 quesadillas total.
- On each quesadilla, spread sour cream and Spicy Ranchero Sauce. Add taco meat, rice, and cheese sauce. Carefully roll up and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Keep quesadillas warm in a low oven while preparing fillings to maintain flexibility for rolling
- Don’t overfill the quesadillas or they’ll be difficult to roll without bursting
- Make extra cheese sauce since it’s perfect for dipping and adds extra flavor
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure ground beef reaches 160°F for food safety
- Temperature control is crucial – keep quesadillas warm but not hot to prevent cracking during assembly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesarito
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