cheese quesadilla
A classic cheese quesadilla featuring melted cheese inside a toasted tortilla, perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional: salsa, sour cream, guacamole for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Top with the second tortilla and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from skillet and let cool for a minute before slicing into wedges.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add sliced jalapeños or cooked chicken before melting the cheese.