Ingredients:
For the Quesadillas:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced onion, tomato slices, shredded lettuce
For the Special Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions:
Make the Special Sauce:
- Combine all special sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Cook the Beef:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil, then ground beef.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
Assemble the Quesadillas:
- Reduce heat to medium. Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle a generous amount of cheese over half of the tortilla.
- Top the cheese with a portion of the cooked beef. Add any desired optional toppings like pickles or onions.
- Sprinkle another layer of cheese on top.
- Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling.
Cook the Quesadillas:
- Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Serve:
- Cut the quesadillas into wedges.
- Serve warm with the special sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Customization: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or even pepper jack for a kick. Get creative with extra toppings!
- Crispy Tortillas: For an extra crispy tortilla, lightly brush both sides with melted butter or oil before placing it in the skillet.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the special sauce and cook the beef ahead of time. Assemble and cook the quesadillas just before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Cheeseburger Quesadillas!
