Quesadilla Recipe
Grilled flour tortilla filled with cheese and served with salsa and sour cream.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Ingredients
Method
Quesadilla Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients. If using optional fillings, chop them into small pieces and cook them if necessary.
- 2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter over medium heat until hot.
- 3
Assemble the Quesadilla
Place one flour tortilla in the hot skillet. Evenly distribute 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the tortilla. If using optional fillings, add them on top of the cheese. Finally, place another tortilla on top.
- 4
Cook the Quesadilla
Cook the quesadilla for about 3-4 minutes on one side until the bottom is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula.
- 5
Finish Cooking
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil or butter if needed and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- 6
Slice and Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then cut it into wedges. Serve hot with salsa and sour cream on the side.