Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
4 bag

Spinach

Washed and drained

4 slice

Bacon

Fried and crumbled

2 unit

Onions

Large, sautéed

0.5 tsp

Pepper

To taste

0.5 tsp

Salt

To taste

18 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

To taste

20 unit

Flour Tortillas

6 inch

1.5 cup

Sharp Cheese

Grated

1 pint

Grape Tomatoes

Halved (optional)

0.5 cup

Sour Cream

(optional)

16 unit

Salsa

(optional)

Step 1
~2 min

Wash and drain the spinach.

Step 2
~2 min

Fry the bacon and crumble it.

Step 3
~2 min

Sauté the onions in the bacon grease until clear.

Step 4
~2 min

Add pepper, salt, and cayenne to the onions and spinach.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook until spinach is slightly soupy, about 10-12 minutes, avoid drying.

Step 6
~2 min

Pour the spinach into a colander and press out the water using a spatula every half hour for 2 hours, turning the spinach over each time.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir in the crumbled bacon.

Step 8
~2 min

Slice grape tomatoes in half.

Step 9
~2 min

If the spinach filling has been frozen, thaw in the microwave for 1 minute.

Step 10
~2 min

Grate the cheese if not already grated, about 1-2 tablespoons per quesadilla.

Step 11
~2 min

Heat a large non-stick pan to medium heat or use a George Foreman grill.

Step 12
~2 min

Spray both sides of two tortillas.

Step 13
~2 min

Place the tortillas on the skillet.

Step 14
~2 min

Brown only one side of each tortilla until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove one tortilla from the grill and flip the remaining tortilla so the grilled side is face up.

Step 16
~2 min

Spread about 1/4-1/3 cup of the spinach mixture on the tortilla, leaving some gaps.

Step 17
~2 min

If using tomatoes, distribute about 5-6 halved tomatoes.

Step 18
~2 min

Top with 1-2 tablespoons of shredded cheese.

Step 19
~2 min

Top with the second tortilla, grilled side on the inside.

Step 20
~2 min

Cook over low-medium heat until the bottom is golden brown.

Step 21
~2 min

Flip the quesadilla and cook the other side until golden brown.

Step 22
~2 min

Cut into wedges.

Step 23
~2 min

Add a dollop of sour cream and/or salsa if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the spinach mixture for extra flavor

Use different types of cheese for variety

Serve with guacamole and pico de gallo

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Spinach filling can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with rice and beans

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Black beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Commonly found in Mexican cuisine, quesadillas are a versatile dish that can be filled with various ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Quick meals
Weeknight dinners
Parties

Popularity Score

65/100

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