Classic Quesadillas Recipe

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Classic Quesadillas
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Directions:

  1. Blacken the skins of the peppers by grilling, broiling, or using a kitchen torch.
  2. Place in a zip-lock bag and seal; allow to stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  3. Take peppers from bag and remove skins by holding under running tap water and scraping off skins with fingers.
  4. Cut peppers open and remove seeds by scraping with a spoon; dice peppers.
  5. Toss cheeses together in a bowl.
  6. Lay 4 tortillas on the counter and spread about 3/4 cup cheese over each.
  7. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup diced peppers over the top.
  8. Slide one of the cheese-covered tortillas into a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
  9. Place one of the remaining tortillas on top.
  10. Press down with a wide spatula to remove any air pockets.
  11. Cover and cook 1-2 minutes, checking frequently, until bottom tortilla is crisp and browned.
  12. Turn over, cover, and cook 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  13. Repeat this process for remaining quesadillas.
  14. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 509.29 Kcal (2132 kJ)
Calories from fat 258.47 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28.72g 44%
Cholesterol 74.21mg 25%
Sodium 823.24mg 34%
Potassium 145.71mg 3%
Total Carbs 37.75g 13%
Sugars 0.85g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1.92g 8%
Protein 24.9g 50%
Vitamin A 0.9mg 28%
Iron 1.9mg 11%
Calcium 608.4mg 61%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 299.03 Kcal (1252 kJ)
Calories from fat 151.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.86g 44%
Cholesterol 43.57mg 25%
Sodium 483.37mg 34%
Potassium 85.56mg 3%
Total Carbs 22.17g 13%
Sugars 0.5g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1.13g 8%
Protein 14.62g 50%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 28%
Iron 1.1mg 11%
Calcium 357.2mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.2
    Points
  • 14
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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