Crispy Cheddar Bean Quesadilla
Warm tortillas stuffed with refried beans and melted cheddar, pan-fried until the edges are golden and crispy. Ready in 10 minutes—serve with salsa, sour cream, and tortilla chips.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Spread 3 tablespoons refried beans on two tortillas, then top each with half the cheese.
Step 2
Place a plain tortilla on top of each bean-cheese stack and press gently to seal.
Step 3
Heat a skillet over medium-high until a water droplet sizzles on contact, about 60 seconds.
Step 4
Slide one quesadilla into the skillet and cook 2 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy.
Step 5
Flip and cook the other side 90 seconds until the cheese melts and edges are golden.
Step 6
Transfer to a cutting board, repeat with the second quesadilla, then cut into wedges and serve.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- cutting board
- spatula
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