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Philly Cheesesteak Quesadillas

A delicious twist on the classic cheesesteak, these quesadillas feature tender steak, sautéed veggies, and gooey provolone cheese wrapped in crispy tortillas, making them perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 lb Cheese steak beef
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 1/2 Green bell pepper
  • 6 oz Mushrooms
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 1/2 Red bell pepper
  • 2 tsp Mayonnaise
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 slices Provolone cheese
  • 2 Flour tortillas

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by heating the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the garlic, onion, and bell peppers, and sauté until softened.
  3. Toss in the cheese steak beef and mushrooms. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked through.
  4. Season this mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each tortilla.
  6. On one tortilla, add the beef and vegetable mixture, and top it with slices of provolone cheese.
  7. Place the second tortilla on top, with the mayonnaise side facing down.
  8. Cook in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side, until both tortillas are golden brown and the cheese has melted beautifully.
  9. Remove from heat, cut into wedges, and serve immediately for a satisfying meal.

Notes

For serving, consider placing a dollop of sour cream or guacamole on the side, and serve with salsa, coleslaw, or sweet potato fries. To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze wrapped tightly and reheat in a skillet.