Crispy Bean & Cheddar Quesadilla
Two flour tortillas stuffed with warm refried beans and melted cheddar, then pan-fried until golden and crispy. Ready in under 10 minutes—no chopping required.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 17g

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Ingredients
- 2 tortillas flour tortillas
- ½ cup refried beans
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Spread 1/4 cup refried beans on one tortilla, then top with 1/3 cup shredded cheddar.
- 2
Place the second tortilla on top and press down gently to seal.
- 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
- 4
Slide the quesadilla into the pan and cook until the bottom is golden and crispy, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Flip and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is fully melted, about 1.5 minutes.
- 6
Transfer to a plate and cut into quarters.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch nonstick or cast iron skillet
- cutting board
- knife
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