Smoky Brisket Quesadilla Pie
A Flavorful journey combining tender brisket with gooey cheddar nestled between crispy tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb brisket, cooked or leftover
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the brisket by shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté onions in olive oil until golden-brown, about 5-7 minutes, then add garlic.
- Combine brisket, onions, garlic, smoked paprika, and half the cheddar in a bowl.
- Assemble the quesadilla pie in a greased pie dish, layering brisket mixture and tortillas.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
- Slice and serve garnished with cilantro and your favorite sides.
Notes
For a variation, swap brisket with sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: quesadilla, brisket, comfort food, baking, easy recipe