Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 unit

flour tortillas

taco size

5 ounce

goat cheese

creamy

3 ounce

prosciutto

thinly sliced

4 unit

figs

sliced

0.5 cup

Monterey jack cheese

shredded

0.5 cup

fig preserves

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

Step 1
~2 min

Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Oil grate when ready to start cooking.

Step 3
~2 min

Lay out 4 tortillas.

Step 4
~2 min

Spread each tortilla with half of the goat cheese.

Step 5
~2 min

Divide prosciutto and figs and place on top of the goat cheese.

Step 6
~2 min

Top with Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 7
~2 min

Cover with the remaining tortillas.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook on hot oiled grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until cheese has melted and tortilla is golden brown.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve hot with fig preserves on the side.

Step 10
~2 min

For indoor cooking: Prepare quesadillas as directed.

Step 11
~2 min

In a skillet large enough to fit tortillas or an electric griddle, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 12
~2 min

When oil is hot, carefully fry both sides of quesadillas for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning with a large spatula.

Step 13
~2 min

Garnish as directed.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pizza cutter to slice the quesadillas for easy serving.

Brush the tortillas with olive oil before grilling for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Components can be prepped ahead, assemble just before cooking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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