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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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all your ingredients. If using optional ingredients like jalapeños or cilantro, chop them finely.
Cooking
- 2
Heat the Pan
Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil.
- 3
Assemble Quesadilla
Once the pan is hot, place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the tortilla. If using, add jalapeños and cilantro on top of the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over it.
- 4
Cook Quesadilla
Top with the second tortilla and press down gently. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- 5
Flip and Finish Cooking
Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter or oil to the pan if needed. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- 6
Serve
Remove the quesadilla from the pan and let it cool for a minute. Cut into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa on the side.
