Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 flour tortilla wraps (each about 10 inches in diameter)
- 2 pounds ground sausage
- 1 pound refried beans
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, diced (or more for extra spice)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup chedda cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add the refried beans, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño, and lime juice to the sausage. Stir to combine and cook for a few minutes.
- Lay out the tortilla wraps on a clean work surface. Top half of each tortilla with the sausage mixture, chedda cheese, and spread evenly.
- Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling and press the edges to seal.
- Place the quesadillas on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: ~450, Protein: ~25g, Carbohydrates: ~35g, Fat: ~25g, Fiber: ~4g (approximate values)
Dish Characteristics:
- A unique fusion of traditional Mexican quesadillas with an American breakfast favorite, the sausage.
- Spicy and flavorful, with a crispy exterior and a warm, hearty filling.
- A great way to start the day or as a snack anytime.
User Comments:
- "These quesadillas were amazing! The perfect balance of spicy and flavorful." - John Doe
- "Love the addition of sausage in the quesadilla. It gives it a real breakfast feel." - Jane Smith
- "The jalapeño adds a nice kick! Will definitely make these again." - Bob Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overfill the tortillas; this can make them difficult to seal and may cause them to split during baking.
- If you want to make these even spicier, add more jalapeño or use a spicier variety of sausage.
- Use fresh ingredients for best results, especially the jalapeño and cilantro which add freshness and depth of flavor to the dish.
