Delicious Harvest Quesadillas Recipe

Harvest quesadillas are a delightful blend of autumn flavors, with hearty ingredients like butternut squash, apples, and cheddar cheese. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a casual gathering with friends. The combination of sweet and savory ingredients makes these quesadillas a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup diced apples
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Sour cream and salsa for serving

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Toss butternut squash with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until squash is tender.
3. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced apples and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with a handful of cheese. Top with roasted squash, apples, and cilantro. Place another tortilla on top.
5. Cook until the bottom tortilla is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook the other side until golden brown and crispy.
6. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
7. Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.

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