Begin by heating a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes. You want the surface to be hot enough that a drop of water sizzles upon contact.

While your skillet heats up, take the flour tortillas and lay them flat on a clean surface. Take a small handful of ground beef and press it evenly onto one half of each tortilla. Generously season the beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder for maximum flavor.

Carefully place the tortillas beef-side down onto the heated skillet. Cook for about 2–3 minutes, allowing the beef to brown beautifully.

Once the beef is perfectly browned, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar or American cheese over the cooked beef. Fold the tortilla in half, covering the beef and cheese, and press down gently to seal.

Return the folded quesadilla to the skillet and grill for an additional 2–3 minutes per side until both sides are crispy and the cheese has melted.

Once golden brown and crispy, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and slice each into wedges. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.