Cheese Quesadilla
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
365 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
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Cuisine
Mexican
Cheese Quesadilla
Description
The recipe heats butter or oil in a pan, then layers cheddar cheese between two tortillas. Cooking on medium-high heat until each side turns golden brown creates a slightly crisp outer texture and gooey, melted cheese center. The quesadilla is cut into triangles for easy serving and paired with guacamole for added flavor and creaminess.
This simple preparation provides a comforting balance of crispy tortilla and mild cheddar flavor. The quesadilla’s size and filling can be adjusted, making it versatile for one or more servings. It works well for casual meals or snacks requiring minimal ingredients and time.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for several days and can also be frozen. Reheating gently in a pan preserves the crispiness. Allowing the quesadilla to rest briefly before cutting helps the cheese set and reduces filling spillage during slicing.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons butter or olive oil, unsalted
- 2 inch flour tortillas
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Heat the butter or olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add one tortilla to the pan and scatter the cheddar cheese in an even layer all over the tortilla. Place the second tortilla on top of the cheese.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom of the tortilla starts to become golden brown. Carefully flip the tortilla and cook on the other side for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom of the tortilla becomes golden brown.
- Remove the quesadilla from the pan and place on a cutting board. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut the quesadilla into 6 triangles. Serve with guacamole or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Store leftover quesadillas airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days and reheat gently in a pan to maintain crispiness.
- Freeze tightly wrapped quesadillas for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Watch butter carefully during cooking to avoid burning; adjust heat as needed.
- Let quesadillas rest slightly before cutting to allow the cheese to firm up, aiding clean slices.
- Leave a small border without filling along tortilla edges to prevent spillage when flipping.
- For smaller portions, use one tortilla folded over cheese instead of two tortillas layered.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 701mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 408IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 303mg | 30% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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