cheese quesadilla
A cheese quesadilla is a simple and delicious Mexican-inspired dish featuring melted cheese inside a crispy, toasted tortilla, perfect for a quick snack or light meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
- Optional: salsa, sour cream, guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add half the butter or oil.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and evenly sprinkle both cheeses over it.
- Top with the second tortilla and press down gently.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla with a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from skillet and let cool for a minute, then cut into wedges.
- Serve warm with optional salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Notes
For a flavor boost, add cooked chicken, sautéed peppers, or a sprinkle of chili powder before melting the cheese.
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