Bean Cheese Quesadillas (Printable Version)

Creamy beans and melted cheese sandwiched in golden crisp tortillas for a quick flavorful meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main

01 - 8 medium flour tortillas
02 - 1½ cups canned beans, drained and rinsed (black beans or pinto beans)
03 - 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
04 - 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil

→ To Serve (optional)

05 - Salsa
06 - Sour cream
07 - Sliced avocado or guacamole
08 - Chopped cilantro

# Directions:

01 - Lightly mash the drained beans with a fork to facilitate spreading, if desired.
02 - Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
03 - Place one tortilla in the skillet. Evenly sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheese over half of the tortilla, then add 3 tablespoons of the mashed beans.
04 - Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling.
05 - Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is crisp and the cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from skillet and repeat the process with remaining tortillas, cheese, and beans.
07 - Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes
  • Customizable and vegetarian-friendly
02 -
  • Double-check ingredient labels for possible hidden allergens such as soy.
  • For a vegan version, substitute plant-based cheese and oil.
03 -
  • Press the quesadilla gently with a spatula for extra crispiness.
  • Swap in whole wheat or corn tortillas for a different flavor and texture.
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