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Smashburger Quesadillas

This Smashburger Quesadillas Recipe is the ultimate way to ditch the bun and enjoy a crispy, cheesy spin on a classic favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal goes from your fridge to the table in just 30 minutes.
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Special Sauce
  • mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • minced dill pickles
  • minced white onion
  • white vinegar
Quesadillas
  • 1 lb ground beef browned with salt and pepper then drained
  • ketchup to taste
  • yellow mustard to taste
  • large tortillas flour or gluten-free
  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • diced white onion
  • chopped dill pickles

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, minced dill pickles, minced white onion, and white vinegar. Set this aside in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld.
    mayonnaise, 2 tbsp ketchup, minced dill pickles, minced white onion, white vinegar
  2. Place your browned and drained ground beef into a mixing bowl. Add ketchup and mustard to taste (a 2:1 ratio is recommended).
    1 lb ground beef, ketchup, yellow mustard
  3. Set a large skillet or electric griddle to medium heat and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
  4. Lay one tortilla down on the heat. Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded cheddar cheese across the surface. Spread a portion of the beef mixture over the cheese, then add diced onions and chopped pickles.
    large tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese, 1 lb ground beef, diced white onion, chopped dill pickles
  5. Sprinkle another thin layer of cheese over the toppings and place a second tortilla on top.
    shredded cheddar cheese, large tortillas
  6. Grill the quesadilla until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crisp. Carefully flip and cook the other side until the cheese is fully melted and both sides are toasted.
  7. Transfer the quesadilla to a cooling rack for about 5 minutes. Move to a cutting board, slice into wedges, and serve with the special sauce.

Notes

Always use a cooling rack after cooking to prevent the bottom from getting soggy. Make the special sauce at least an hour in advance to let the ingredients harmonize.