Cheese Quesadilla Recipe
Make Cheese Quesadilla Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Prep and gather
Gather the ingredients: 2 medium flour tortillas, 1 cup shredded cheese, 2 teaspoons butter or oil, and a pinch of salt (optional). Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Assemble the quesadilla
Place one tortilla in the skillet. Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheese over the tortilla. If using salt, sprinkle a pinch over the cheese. Top with the second tortilla.
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Cook and flip
Cook until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes. Flip carefully with a spatula and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted, about 2–3 minutes more.
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Rest, slice, and serve
Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for 1 minute, then slice into wedges. Serve with optional salsa, guacamole, or sour cream if desired.
