The secret is in the contrast of textures. The tortillas turn golden and crunchy in a buttered skillet, while the beef stays juicy and the onions become soft, sweet, and deeply flavorful. A creamy peppery sauce ties everything together, making each bite taste like a cheeseburger and a patty melt rolled into one.
Servings and Timing
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Servings: 4
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Yield: 8 tacos
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 25 minutes
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Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Beef and Onions
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1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Tacos
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8 small flour tortillas
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2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1 tablespoon butter, for toasting the tortillas
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2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
For the Creamy Patty Melt Sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon finely chopped dill pickles or pickle relish
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1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
