Quesadillas

Ingredients

• 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 1/4 cup diced jalapeno pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Sour cream, for serving (optional)
• Salsa, for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the red bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
4. Place two of the tortillas on a work surface. Divide the cheese, cooked vegetables, and salt and pepper evenly between the two tortillas.
5. Top each tortilla with the remaining two tortillas.
6. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the quesadillas in the skillet and cook, turning once, until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
7. Remove the quesadillas from the skillet and cut into wedges.
8. Serve with sour cream and salsa, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Quesadillas originated in Mexico and are a popular Mexican dish.
• Quesadillas can be filled with a variety of ingredients, including beef, chicken, beans, cheese, and vegetables.
• Quesadillas are often served with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, or other toppings.