Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
Why make this recipe
Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts are a delicious and simple dish that combines savory flavors and cheesy goodness. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun snack. The crispy tortilla wraps around a juicy beef filling and melted cheese, all topped with a flavorful cowboy butter. This recipe is sure to please everyone at the table!
How to make Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter for the skillet
Directions:
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In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it turns brown, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
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Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of the cowboy butter mixture into the cooked beef. Remove the skillet from heat.
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Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over one half of each tortilla.
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Divide the beef mixture evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Fold each tortilla over into a half-moon shape and press down gently.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the tortilla melts for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crisp and the cheese has melted. You may need to work in batches.
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Once cooked, brush the hot tortilla melts with the remaining cowboy butter. Let them rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges and serve warm.
How to serve Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
Serve these tortilla melts warm, cut into wedges. They make a great appetizer or main dish. You can pair them with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.
How to store Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a skillet on low heat until warmed through.
Tips to make Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
- Make sure the skillet is hot before cooking the tortilla melts for a crispy texture.
- Feel free to customize the cheese types based on your preference.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the beef mixture for extra flavor.
Variation
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with black beans or additional veggies. You can also use different herbs in the cowboy butter to change the flavor.
FAQs
Can I make the cowboy butter in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the cowboy butter ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.
Can I freeze the cooked tortilla melts?
Yes, you can freeze them. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. They will keep for up to a month. Reheat in the oven until heated through.
What can I serve with these melts?
You can serve them with a side salad, rice, or your favorite dipping sauces like salsa or ranch dressing.
Cowboy Butter Smashed Beef Tortilla Melts
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it turns brown, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of the cowboy butter mixture into the cooked beef. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Lay the tortillas flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over one half of each tortilla.
- Divide the beef mixture evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Fold each tortilla over into a half-moon shape and press down gently.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the tortilla melts for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crisp and the cheese has melted. You may need to work in batches.
- Once cooked, brush the hot tortilla melts with the remaining cowboy butter. Let them rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges and serve warm.
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