Quesadilla Recipe
monterrey jack, pinto beans, sour cream, fresh salsa
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Ingredients
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Quesadilla Filling
Quesadilla Assembly
Method
Prepare Filling
- 1
Prepare Beans
If using canned pinto beans, drain and rinse them under cold water. If using dried beans, ensure they are cooked and mashed lightly.
- 2
Shred Cheese
Grate the Monterey Jack cheese using a cheese grater and set aside.
- 3
Combine Filling Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, pinto beans, and fresh salsa. Mix until well combined.
Assemble and Cook Quesadilla
- 4
Heat Pan
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Assemble Quesadilla
Place a tortilla in the skillet, then spread a portion of the filling mixture evenly over half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
- 6
Cook Quesadilla
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
- 7
- 8
Serve
Once all quesadillas are cooked, slice them into wedges and serve warm with sour cream on the side.