Bean and Cheese Toasterdilla

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Saute the onion and green bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the refried beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Lay out 4 tortillas on a flat surface. Spread half of the bean mixture over each tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
6. Top with the remaining 4 tortillas.
7. Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat.
8. Place the toasterdillas on the griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per toasterdilla
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Easy to make
• Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal
• Customizable with different fillings and toppings

User Comments:

• "These are so easy to make and so delicious! I love that they're customizable."
• "I made these with ground turkey instead of beans, and they were a hit!"
• "These are a great way to use up leftover refried beans."
• "I like to add salsa and guacamole to my toasterdillas for extra flavor."
• "These are a great meal for busy weeknights."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overfill the tortillas, or they will be difficult to fold and cook.
• If you don't have a griddle, you can use a large skillet or frying pan.
• Toasterdillas can be served with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.