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Cheese and Bean Quesadilla
Ingredients:
- 3 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 C Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 6-8 Extra Large Tortillas
Beans:
- 3 T Oil
- 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 Onion, finely diced
- 3 T Tomato Sauce
- 1 -15 oz can Black Beans, drained
- 2 tsp. Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp. Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp. Onion Powder
Spicy Mayo:
- 3 T Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. Chili Powder
- ¼ tsp. Cayenne Powder
- 2 tsp. Lime Juice
- ¼ tsp. Sugar
- Salt and Pepper
Directions:
- Heat sauce pot over medium heat. Add oil, garlic and onions. Sauté until translucent. Add tomato sauce and beans. Add all seasonings. Cook until tomato sauce has reduced by half. Use stick blender or masher to puree beans into paste.
- In small bowl mix mayonnaise, chili powder, cayenne powder, lime juice, and sugar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat large skillet or griddle to medium heat.
- Assemble quesadillas by spreading spicy mayo over top of tortilla, followed by a few tablespoons of beans. Last, top with cheese and fold in half.
- Add drizzle of oil to skillet/griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Quesadilla is ready once cheese has melted and exterior of tortilla is golden brown. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Equipment:
- Measuring Cup
- Measuring Spoon
- Sauce Pot
- Stick Blender
- Griddle