Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
1 tsp

extra virgin olive oil

3 unit

large eggs

lightly beaten

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

1 unit

wheat flour tortilla

2 ounce

reduced fat pepper jack cheese

thinly sliced

Step 1
~1 min

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~1 min

Add lightly beaten eggs to the skillet.

Step 3
~1 min

Reduce heat to medium and scramble the eggs until cooked but still moist (about 2 minutes).

Step 4
~1 min

Transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5
~1 min

Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return to medium heat.

Step 6
~1 min

Add the wheat flour tortilla to the skillet and cook on both sides until warmed through (about 1 minute).

Step 7
~1 min

Leaving the tortilla in the pan, top half of it with sliced reduced-fat pepper jack cheese.

Step 8
~1 min

Top the cheese with the scrambled eggs.

Step 9
~1 min

Fold the other half of the tortilla over to form a quesadilla.

Step 10
~1 min

Cook the quesadilla on both sides until heated through and the cheese is melted (about 1 minute per side).

Step 11
~1 min

Transfer the eggsadilla to a cutting board.

Step 12
~1 min

Cut the eggsadilla in half and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the eggs for extra flavor and nutrients.

Use a larger tortilla for a bigger eggsadilla.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Not recommended

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of salsa or guacamole.

Pair with a small side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Salsa
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast and brunch item.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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