These pear and brie quesadillas are a delightful twist on the traditional Mexican dish. The sweetness of the pears combined with the creaminess of brie cheese creates a delicious and sophisticated flavor. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch. The gooey filling is encased in a crispy tortilla, providing a nice contrast in textures. Serve these quesadillas with a side of salsa or a drizzle of honey for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy this gourmet treat that will surely impress your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces brie cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place one tortilla flat on a clean surface.
- Layer half of the pear slices evenly over one half of the tortilla.
- Top the pears with half of the brie cheese slices.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the cheese.
- Sprinkle half of the thyme leaves on top.
- Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, pears, brie cheese, honey, and thyme leaves.
- Melt half of the butter in the preheated skillet.
- Place one quesadilla in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and repeat the cooking process with the remaining quesadillas, adding more butter if needed.
- Allow the quesadillas to cool for a few minutes before cutting them into wedges.
- Serve warm with salsa or a drizzle of honey.
- Enjoy your delicious pear and brie quesadillas!
Interesting Facts
Quesadillas are a popular Mexican dish that traditionally consists of a tortilla filled with melted cheese.
The addition of pears and brie cheese adds a gourmet twist to this classic dish.
This recipe can be easily customized by adding other ingredients such as caramelized onions or walnuts.