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Quick Cheesy Quesadillas Recipe 15-Minute Easy Dinner for Busy Weeknights

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A fast and easy quesadilla recipe perfect for busy weeknights, featuring a melty blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with a crispy tortilla crust.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (113g)
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (113g)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving
  • Fresh salsa or pico de gallo, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until hot but not smoking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with ground cumin and garlic powder if using.
  3. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of a tortilla.
  4. Place the buttered side down in the skillet. Immediately sprinkle half of the cheese mixture evenly over the tortilla, then top with chopped cilantro if desired.
  5. Place a second tortilla on top, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the edges are golden and cheese starts to melt through slightly.
  7. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes until golden and cheese is fully melted.
  8. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 1 to 2 minutes to allow the cheese to set.
  9. Slice into wedges and serve hot with sour cream or Greek yogurt and fresh salsa or pico de gallo.

Notes

Use medium (8-inch) flour tortillas for easy flipping. Buttering the outside of the tortilla helps achieve a crispy crust. Avoid overfilling to prevent cheese from oozing out. Let quesadilla rest before slicing to prevent mess. Adjust heat to avoid burning or undercooking.

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Keywords: quesadilla, quick dinner, cheesy quesadilla, easy weeknight meal, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, tortilla, Mexican food

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