You can make these quesadillas in the oven as directed below, or on the stovetop, if you prefer, by browning each side in a skillet over medium heat. The quesadillas are delicious with only beans and cheese, but also quite good if you add your family’s favorite fillings, or whatever you have left over in the refrigerator from this week’s meals.
15oz. vegetarian refried beans (or use 1 1/2 home-made refried beans for every 15 oz. can)see link below for homemade directions
2cupsshredded Cheddar or Monterey jack cheeseyou may not need it all
1 1/2cupstotal of one or more of the following: chopped fresh tomatoescorn kernels, baby spinach, cooked ham, steak, chicken, or salsa (optional)
1cupsalsa (look for brands with no sugar added),for serving (optional)
1cuplow fat sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (or use any variety)for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
On half of each tortilla, spread a large spoonful of beans, and a handful each of cheese and optional fillings. Fold the tortillas in half and place them on the pan.
Bake the quesadillas for 8 - 10 minutes, until the tortillas are lightly browned and the cheese is melted - no need to flip them.
Cut the quesadillas into wedges with a sharp knife or pizza cutter for serving. Top them with salsa and/or sour cream as desired.
Notes
Do Ahead or Delegate: Make the refried beans if preparing your own, shred the cheese if necessary and refrigerate, chop the quesadilla fillings if using and refrigerate if necessary.Scramble Flavor Booster: Use spicy refried beans and Pepper Jack cheese.Tip: Vegetarian refried beans have a creamy, zesty flavor and are much lower in fat than traditional refried beans.Nutritional Information Per Serving (% based upon daily values):Calories 330, Total Fat: 17g, 26%; Saturated Fat: 8g, 40%; Cholesterol: 40mg, 13%; Sodium: 990mg, 41%; Total Carbohydrate: 53g, 18%; Dietary Fiber: 13g, 52%; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 18gLike this recipe? Check out The Scramble's family-friendly meal plans to see just how simple getting dinner on the table can be!
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