cheese quesadilla
A simple and delicious cheese quesadilla featuring melted cheese between warm, crispy tortillas, perfect for a quick 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
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- Salsa (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add half the butter.
- Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Top with the second tortilla and press down gently.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.
- Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from skillet and let cool for a minute before slicing into wedges.
- Serve warm with sour cream and salsa if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add cooked chicken, sautéed peppers, or a sprinkle of chili powder inside before melting the cheese.