Description
Classic cheese quesadilla is a quick, cheesy, and satisfying dish combining melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese with warm, crispy flour tortillas. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s perfect as a snack, light lunch, or quick dinner, offering comforting flavor with simple ingredients that can be customized easily.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 medium flour tortillas (soft but sturdy)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Optional Seasonings
- Pinch of chili powder or cumin (optional)
Serving Accompaniments
- Sour cream
- Salsa
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Grate the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses if not pre-shredded. Have your tortillas ready to streamline the cooking process.
- Heat the Pan: Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil, creating a golden surface for the tortillas.
- Assemble the Quesadilla: Place one tortilla flat in the skillet, sprinkle an even layer of the shredded cheese blend over it, and optionally sprinkle chili powder or cumin. Cover with a second tortilla.
- Cook Until Golden: Let cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, pressing gently with a spatula, then carefully flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until both sides are crisp and cheese is melted.
- Slice and Serve: Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board and slice into wedges using a pizza cutter or sharp knife. Serve hot with sour cream and salsa or other desired sides.
Notes
- Cook on medium to low heat to ensure cheese melts fully without burning tortillas.
- Do not overfill with cheese to avoid sogginess or difficulty handling.
- Use a lid briefly on the skillet if needed to trap heat for even melting.
- Press gently with a spatula during cooking for an even crisp texture.
- Freshly shred cheese at home when possible for better melt and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (approx.)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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