Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMezcal Tequila KitchenCheese Quesadilla Recipe

Cheese Quesadilla Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

served with rice

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Ingredients

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Quesadilla

Method

Quesadilla Preparation

  1. 1

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Assemble Quesadilla

    Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Add Second Tortilla

    Top with a second tortilla and press down gently.

  4. 4

    Cook Quesadilla

    Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown. Flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is melted.

  5. 5

    Remove and Cut

    Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute. Cut into wedges and set aside.

Rice Preparation

  1. 6

    Rinse Rice

    Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 7

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil.

  3. 8

    Cook Rice

    Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  4. 9

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and serve alongside the quesadilla.

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