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Easy Cheesy 3-Ingredient Quesadilla Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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A quick and simple quesadilla recipe using just three ingredients—flour tortillas, sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, and butter—perfect for beginners and busy cooks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 1 cup (about 100 grams) shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon (14 grams) unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Grate about 1 cup (100 g) of cheese and set aside. Soften 1 tablespoon (14 g) of butter at room temperature for easy spreading.
  2. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Using a butter knife or small spatula, spread a thin, even layer of softened butter on one side.
  3. Flip the tortilla over so the unbuttered side is facing up. Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the entire surface, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges.
  4. Place the second tortilla on top, buttered side up. Gently press down to help the cheese stick between the layers.
  5. Preheat your non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  6. Carefully transfer the quesadilla to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
  7. Using a spatula, flip the quesadilla gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden and the cheese is melted.
  8. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for a minute.
  9. Cut into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning the tortilla before the cheese melts. Freshly grate cheese for better melt quality. Let the quesadilla rest for a minute before cutting to prevent cheese from oozing out. Butter the outside of the tortillas for a golden, crispy crust.

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