Bean Cheese Quesadillas (Printable Version)

Golden tortillas filled with creamy beans and melted cheese, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 8 medium flour tortillas
02 - 1.5 cups canned black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 2 cups shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blended cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil

→ To Serve (optional)

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Lightly mash the drained beans with a fork to ease spreading.
02 - Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
03 - Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheese over half of it, then add about 3 tablespoons of mashed beans atop the cheese.
04 - Fold the tortilla in half, covering the filling completely.
05 - Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
06 - Remove the cooked quesadilla and repeat steps with the remaining tortillas, beans, and cheese.
07 - Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve warm with preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes
  • Customizable with different fillings and toppings
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  • These quesadillas contain wheat and dairy – check labels for soy if needed.
  • For a vegan version, substitute plant-based cheese and oil.
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  • Press the quesadillas gently while cooking to encourage a crispy texture.
  • Mash the beans for an easier spread and better filling distribution.
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