Beef Meximelt Cheesy Taco

Here’s a spot-on, crave-worthy recipe for a Beef Meximelt Cheesy Taco — inspired by the classic Taco Bell favorite! It’s like a soft taco meets a cheesy quesadilla: warm seasoned beef, melty cheese, and pico de gallo all wrapped in a soft tortilla. Simple, fast, and super satisfying.

🌮 Beef Meximelt Cheesy Taco

Melty. Meaty. Loaded with flavor. Just like you remember.

✅ Ingredients (Makes 6 Meximelts)

For the Beef Filling:

1 lb ground beef
2 tsp taco seasoning (or use 1 packet)
¼ cup water

For the Assembly:

6 soft flour tortillas (6–8 inch size)
1½ cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, or Monterey Jack)
¾ cup pico de gallo (see below or use store-bought)

Optional Toppings:

Hot sauce or mild sauce
Sour cream
Jalapeños
Guacamole

🥣 Quick Pico de Gallo (Optional)

2 small Roma tomatoes, finely diced
2 tbsp onion, finely diced
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
½ tbsp lime juice
Pinch of salt

🔥 Instructions

1. Cook the Beef

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
Drain excess grease.
Stir in taco seasoning and water.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Set aside.

2. Warm the Tortillas

Lightly warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.

3. Assemble the Meximelts

On each tortilla, add:
- A layer of shredded cheese
- A spoonful of the seasoned beef
- A spoonful of pico de gallo (drain excess juice)

4. Melt It Down

Option 1: Microwave (just like Taco Bell):

Fold each tortilla in half or roll it like a burrito.
Microwave for 15–20 seconds until cheese melts.

Option 2: Skillet (for a crisped edge):

Fold and place seam-side down in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Cover with a lid and heat for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.

5. Serve

Serve immediately with your favorite hot sauce or a side of chips & salsa!

🔄 Variations

Add refried beans for a heartier filling
Use chicken, ground turkey, or plant-based meat instead of beef
Make it spicy with pepper jack and jalapeños
Add lettuce after heating for crunch

🧊 Storage

Fridge: Store leftover beef and cheese separately for up to 3 days
Freezer: Assemble and freeze before heating. Reheat in the microwave or covered skillet

Would you like a copycat Taco Bell sauce recipe to go with this?