Cheddar Egg Quesadilla (Print-Friendly Version)
A tasty cheddar and egg quesadilla with a crispy crust and gooey melted cheese inside.
# Ingredients List:
→ Tortillas
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4 large all-purpose flour tortillas (20-25 cm)
→ Egg Mixture
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8 large eggs
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30 ml milk or heavy cream
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½ teaspoon fine salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Cheese
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200 grams shredded sharp cheddar cheese
→ Cooking Fat
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30 grams unsalted butter
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until fully combined and slightly frothy.
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Heat 15 grams of butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture and let sit undisturbed until edges begin to set. Gently fold eggs from edges to center until approximately 80% cooked but still glossy. Remove from heat and transfer eggs to a plate.
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Wipe skillet clean. Return to medium-low heat and melt 7.5 grams butter. Place one tortilla in skillet, evenly sprinkle 50 grams shredded cheddar cheese over entire surface.
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Spoon half of the scrambled eggs onto one half of the tortilla. Fold the empty half over the filling and press gently to seal.
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Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is fully melted. Flip carefully to avoid spilling filling.
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Remove quesadilla to a cutting board. Repeat the layering and cooking process with remaining butter, tortillas, cheese, and eggs. Let rest for one minute before slicing into wedges and serving warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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For added heat, incorporate a pinch of cayenne pepper or a drizzle of hot sauce into the eggs before folding.
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Alternate cheeses such as Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack provide variation in flavor.
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Incorporate pre-cooked vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or onions into the egg mixture for extra nutrition.