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Combine oil, garlic, chiles, and lime zest in a large shallow baking dish.
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Add steak and turn to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Preheat grill or grill pan over high heat.
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Remove steak from marinade, season with salt and pepper and grill for 2 to 3 minutes on either side until golden brown and cooked to medium-rare doneness.
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Let rest 5 minutes and slice on the bias into 1/2 inch thick slices.
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place 8 tortillas on a flat work surface.
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Top each tortilla with 2 ounces of the cheddar.
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Divide the onions and steak over the cheese.
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Crumble 1 ounce of the blue cheese on top of the steak.
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Stack the tortillas to make 4 (2-layer) quesadillas and top each with the remaining tortillas.
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Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with about 1/2 teaspoon of ancho chile powder.
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Carefully transfer the quesadillas to a baking sheet and bake in the oven until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Serve each with a large dollop of the Mushroom Relish on top and garnish with chopped cilantro and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce.
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For the grilled onions: Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
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Add the onions, season with salt and pepper and cook until soft and caramelized, about 25 to 30 minutes.
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For the wild mushroom relish: Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat.
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Add the mushrooms and cook until golden brown.
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Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the wine and cook until completely reduced.
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Stir in the vinegar, thyme and parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Place peppers, onion, chipotle, lime juice and honey in a blender and blend until smooth.
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With the motor running, slowly add the oil and blend until emulsified.
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Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat.
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Add the mushrooms and cook until golden brown.
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Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the wine and cook until completely reduced.
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Stir in the vinegar, thyme and parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.