Quesadillas

Quesadillas

Quesadilla

Ingredients: 

2 Tbsp black beans (rinsed and drained) 

1 Tbsp corn kernels

 ¼ cup shredded cheese (Colby, cheddar, jack, or a mixture) 

2 8-10 inch flour tortillas 2 tsp vegetable oil 

Directions: 

1. Place toritlla on large plate and brush with oil. Flip it over. 
2. Sprinkle cheese, beans, corn, and tomatoes over the tortilla.
3. Leave a ½ inch edge empty all the way around the tortilla. Place the other tortilla on top of the cheese mixture, making a sandwich. 
4. Brush the top of the tortilla lightly with oil. 
5. Place the tortilla sandwich in a non- stick frying pan over medium heat. Using a spatula, turn the tortilla over when it is golden brown (about 2 minutes).
6. Brown the other side (about 2 minutes). 
7. Remove from pan and slice into pieces like a pie. 
8. Makes 2 toddler servings or 1 adult serving Other fillings:

                             Quesadilla can be made with many foods. 

They are a terrific way to use leftovers. Here are some ideas: 

• Taco meat, chopped tomatoes, and cheddar cheese

• Grilled chicken, refried beans, and jack cheese

 • Grilled zucchini, diced tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese

 • Deli-ham cut in squares, diced tomatoes, and Swiss cheese

 • Bacon crumbles, diced tomatoes, and American cheese Make-ahead secret

Quesadillas can be made in quantity and frozen.

 After cooking, cut each of them in half. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 6 months. Reheat them in a toaster oven or a regular oven.