Name: Quesadilla Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: . Tortillas and Fillings; 8 8-inch flour tortillas; 1.5 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese; 1.5 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese; 0.75 cup cooked black beans (drained and rinsed); 0.5 red bell pepper (stemmed, seeded, and diced); 4 scallions (thinly sliced); 0.5 cup corn kernels (thawed if frozen); 2 jalapeño peppers (thinly sliced); . For Serving; Homemade Salsa or Salsa Verde (Homemade Salsa or Salsa Verde); Pico de Gallo; Guacamole; Sour cream; Chopped fresh cilantro

Get ready to enjoy the ultimate cheesy delight with these scrumptious quesadillas! They're quick to make and packed with flavor, perfect for any meal or snack. Let’s dive in!

Tips for Perfect Quesadillas

Make sure your skillet is hot enough before adding the quesadillas for that perfect golden brown crust. And don’t rush the melting cheese—it's the heart of this dish!

Serving Suggestions

These quesadillas are amazing on their own, but pair them with Homemade Salsa, guacamole, or a dollop of sour cream for an extra treat!

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the Tortillas:
Step 1

- Lay out Tortillas: Lay the tortillas flat on a clean work surface.
Step 2

- Mix Cheeses: In a medium bowl, place the cheddar and Jack cheeses and toss to combine.
Step 3

- Fill the Tortillas: Sprinkle half the cheese evenly over one half of each tortilla, leaving the other half bare. Evenly sprinkle the black beans, red peppers, scallions, corn, and jalapeños over the cheese. Top with the remaining cheese, then fold the bare half of each tortilla over the fillings to create a half-moon shape.
Step 4

- Cook the Quesadillas: Heat a dry cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. When hot, add two of the quesadillas and cook until the cheese is melted and the quesadillas are browned on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. If the tortillas are browning faster than the cheese is melting, reduce the heat. Repeat with the remaining quesadillas.
Step 5

- Serve: Slice and serve with salsa, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and/or cilantro, as desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 300, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 30g, Protein: 12g

Cooking techniques

Cooking the quesadillas in a cast iron skillet ensures even heating and a nice crispy texture. Keep an eye on the heat to prevent burning!

Variations or substitutions

Feel free to swap in different cheeses like pepper jack for a spicy kick, or add veggies such as mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition!

Storage tips

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet for the best texture!

Notes

These quesadillas are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Adjust the fillings to suit your taste!