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Easy Quick Quesadilla Recipe with Cheesy Jalapeño Kick for Perfect Snack

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A quick and easy quesadilla recipe featuring a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with lightly sautéed jalapeños for a perfect cheesy and mildly spicy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large (10-inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1–2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced and seeds removed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • A pinch of ground cumin (optional)
  • A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving
  • Fresh lime wedge, for squeezing

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 1-2 jalapeños, removing seeds if you prefer less heat. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese with garlic powder and cumin. Stir in chopped cilantro if using.
  3. Spread about 1 tablespoon of softened butter evenly over one side of each tortilla.
  4. Place your skillet over medium heat and let it warm up for a minute or two.
  5. Toss the sliced jalapeños in the dry skillet for about 1 minute until they soften slightly and release their aroma.
  6. Place one tortilla butter-side down on the skillet. Quickly sprinkle half the cheese mixture evenly over it, then scatter the sautéed jalapeños on top. Add the remaining cheese on top of the jalapeños, then cover with the second tortilla, butter-side up.
  7. Let the quesadilla cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden and crisp. Use a spatula to carefully flip it over. Cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crunchy.
  8. Press down lightly with the spatula to help everything meld together. Once both sides are golden brown and cheese is oozy, remove from the skillet.
  9. Let it rest for a minute to settle, then slice into wedges. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lime.

Notes

Butter the outside of the tortillas for a golden crisp texture. Cook on medium heat to avoid burning. Sauté jalapeños briefly to mellow heat. If cheese isn’t melting evenly, reduce heat and cover skillet briefly. Avoid overloading jalapeños to prevent flipping difficulties.

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