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Ultimate Cheese-Stuffed Quesadilla


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Quick and cheesy quesadilla topped with your favorite fillings, perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

  • Flour tortillas
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • Butter or oil
  • Optional fillings (e.g., cooked chicken, peppers, onions, avocado)
  • Salsa or sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
  2. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheese on one half of the tortilla.
  3. Add any optional fillings if desired.
  4. Fold the tortilla over to cover the cheese.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
  6. Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from the skillet and let it cool slightly before slicing.
  8. Serve with salsa or sour cream.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid overfilling the quesadilla to prevent breaking.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg