El Cheapo Quesadilla
Meet the ultimate budget-friendly delight: the "El Cheapo Quesadilla." Perfect for quick lunches, midnight snacks, or casual meals, this recipe combines simplicity and flavor in a golden, crispy creation. Featuring just a handful of affordable ingredients—flour tortillas, melty shredded cheese, and a touch of butter—this quesadilla can be customized with pantry staples like canned beans or a drizzle of hot sauce for an added flavor punch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this delectable cheese-filled treat delivers gooey satisfaction without breaking the bank. Serve it with salsa or your favorite toppings for a quick and easy Tex-Mex-inspired experience that'll keep your taste buds and wallet happy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Flour tortillas
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1 tablespoon Butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce or salsa (optional)
- 0.5 cup Canned beans (black beans or refried beans, optional)
Instructions
Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
Spread about 1/2 tablespoon of butter or margarine on one side of each tortilla.
Once the skillet is hot, place one tortilla, buttered side down, into the pan.
Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheese over the tortilla. If using optional ingredients like beans or hot sauce, spread them evenly over the cheese.
Place the second tortilla on top, buttered side up, creating a sandwich with the cheese in the middle.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla using a spatula.
Cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes, until golden and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the quesadilla from the pan and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing it into wedges.
Serve with additional hot sauce, salsa, or any toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1819 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 970 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 410 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
