15 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
350 kcalCalories
12 gProtein
20 gCarbs
22 gFat
Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI
Classic Cheese Quesadilla
Traditional dish · Mexican
A simple yet satisfying classic Mexican quesadilla, featuring melted cheese between two corn tortillas, grilled to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Servings4
- Corn tortillas8
- Monterey Jack cheese, shredded2 cups
- Vegetable oil or lard2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
Steps
- 1
Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
- 2
Place one tortilla on the hot surface. Sprinkle half of the tortilla with 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
- 3
Fold the other half of the tortilla over the cheese to create a half-moon shape.
- 4
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Flip carefully.
- 5
Remove from the pan, cut into wedges, and serve immediately.
- 6
Repeat with remaining tortillas and cheese.
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