Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups of cold pack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup of salsa
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half a cup of shredded cold pack cheese on top.
3. Add 2 tablespoons of salsa and 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions on top of the cheese.
4. Sprinkle another half cup of cheese on top of the salsa and green onions.
5. Place another flour tortilla on top of the cheese.
6. Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is golden brown.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
8. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 400
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cold pack cheese can be substituted with any shredded cheese.
- Salsa can be substituted with diced tomatoes or tomato sauce.
- Green onions can be substituted with diced white onions or chopped cilantro.
Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or beef to the quesadillas for a meatier version.
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicier version.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a gluten-free version.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the quesadillas from sticking.
- Don't overfill the quesadillas with ingredients to prevent them from falling apart.
- Serve the quesadillas with sour cream or guacamole on the side.
Storage instructions:
Store the leftover quesadillas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the quesadillas in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the quesadilla wedges on a platter and garnish with chopped cilantro or sliced jalapenos.
Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, guacamole.
Pairings:
Serve the quesadillas with a side of Mexican rice and black beans.
Suggested side dishes:
Mexican rice, black beans, corn salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the quesadillas are falling apart, use less filling and press down on them with a spatula while cooking.
- If the cheese is not melting, cover the skillet with a lid to trap the heat.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the cheese is properly refrigerated before using it in the recipe.
Food history:
Quesadillas originated in Mexico and are a popular street food.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the quesadillas as an appetizer or main dish.
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