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Quesadillas

Yields1 ServingPrep Time10 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time15 mins

 Large flour tortillas
 Shredded cheese (traditionally Mexican blends like Oaxaca, but cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella work well)
 Butter or oil for frying
Optional Fillings:
 Cooked chicken, beef, or pork
 Sautéed onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms
 Sliced jalapeños or other chilies
 Refried beans
 Fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or avocado
1

Prepare Fillings: If adding meat, cook and season it to taste. Sauté any vegetables until they are tender.

2

Assemble the Quesadilla: Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla. Add any other desired fillings on top of the cheese. Fold the tortilla over to cover the fillings, creating a half-moon shape.

3

Cook the Quesadilla: Heat a small amount of butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the quesadilla in the skillet, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden and crispy and the cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.

4

Serve: Cut each quesadilla into wedges and serve hot, ideally with sides like salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition Facts

1 servings

Serving size

200g

Amount per serving
Calories400
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g20%
Sodium 850mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 40g15%

Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Protein 20g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.