Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Meat thermometer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef and BBQ sauce until well combined.
3. Lay out a sheet of plastic wrap and place bacon strips side by side, slightly overlapping, to form a square.
4. Spread the ground beef mixture evenly over the bacon, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the ground beef mixture.
6. Using the plastic wrap to help you, roll the bacon and ground beef mixture into a tight log.
7. Place the bacon explosion on the grill and cook for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
8. Remove the bacon explosion from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
9. Lay out a tortilla and place a few slices of the bacon explosion on one half of the tortilla.
10. Sprinkle diced green onions over the bacon explosion.
11. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling.
12. Repeat with remaining tortillas and bacon explosion slices.
13. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
14. Cook the quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45-60 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
Internal temperature of bacon explosion: 160°F
Serving size:
Makes 8 quesadillas
Nutritional information:
Calories: 580
Fat: 39g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 32g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground pork or ground turkey.
- BBQ sauce can be substituted with hot sauce or salsa.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with any type of shredded cheese.
Variations:
- Add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Add diced tomatoes and avocado for a fresh twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the bacon explosion is cooked to the correct temperature.
- Let the bacon explosion rest before slicing to prevent the filling from falling out.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the bacon explosion into even slices.
Storage instructions:
Leftover bacon explosion can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the bacon explosion slices in a skillet over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the quesadillas on a platter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Garnishes:
Fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, and avocado.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.
Suggested side dishes:
Mexican rice and refried beans.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bacon explosion is not cooking evenly, rotate it on the grill every 15 minutes.
- If the cheese is not melting on the quesadillas, cover the skillet with a lid to trap the heat.
Food safety advice:
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the bacon explosion is cooked to the correct temperature.
- Wash your hands and all surfaces that come into contact with raw meat to prevent cross-contamination.
Food history:
The bacon explosion was invented in 2008 by two barbecue enthusiasts from Kansas City, Missouri.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, smoky, and cheesy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.
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