Quesadilla Recipe
Flour tortilla filled with cheese and served with salsa.
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Ingredients
Salsa Ingredients
Method
Quesadilla Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fillings
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- 2
Assemble the Quesadilla
Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread half of the cheese mixture evenly over the tortilla. Place another tortilla on top.
- 3
Cook the Quesadilla
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Carefully place the assembled quesadilla in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Flip the quesadilla and add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is melted.
- 4
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute before slicing into wedges. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and cheese mixture.
Salsa Preparation
- 5
Mix the Salsa Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine diced tomatoes, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 6
Serve Salsa
Serve the salsa alongside the quesadilla for dipping.