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Classic Cheese Quesadilla

Mexican · Main

A crispy, golden-brown flour tortilla filled with melted Monterey Jack cheese and fresh herbs. A simple, satisfying, and quick Latin American lunch staple.

Ready in 30 minutesVegetarian
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10 minFrom prep to plate
Prep time5 min
Cook time5 min
Servings2 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Heat a large non-stick skillet

    Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.

  2. Place one tortilla

    Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese, green onions, and cilantro evenly over the surface. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  3. Top with the second tortilla

    Top with the second tortilla. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy.

    3 min

  4. Carefully flip the quesadilla

    Carefully flip the quesadilla using a wide spatula. Cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes until golden and the cheese is fully melted.

    2 min

  5. Remove from the skillet and let it rest

    Remove from the skillet and let it rest for 1 minute before slicing into wedges. Serve warm.

    1 min

A little kitchen wisdom

Use a mix of Monterey Jack for meltability and sharp Cheddar for flavor. Ensure the pan is not too hot to prevent burning the tortilla before the cheese melts.

What you'll need

Large non-stick skilletSpatulaKnife
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For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

You can shred the cheese and chop the vegetables in advance.

Store & enjoy

Store leftover quesadillas in an airtight container. Reheat in a dry skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness. Reheat in a pan or toaster oven for best results; avoid the microwave to prevent sogginess.

Allergens

Contains wheat, milk, gluten.

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Classic Cheese Quesadilla
Step 1 of 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.