Mac and Cheese Quesadillas (Print Version)
Buttery macaroni pairs with gooey cheese inside crispy tortillas for a fun, comforting bite.
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or mixed cheese blend
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pasta
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2 cups cooked macaroni pasta
→ Tortillas
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4 large flour tortillas
→ Cooking
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Extra butter or vegetable oil, for greasing pan (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Stir in milk, shredded cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring until the pasta is completely coated and the mixture is creamy.
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Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil, if desired. Place one tortilla in the skillet, spreading a generous layer of the mac and cheese mixture over half of the tortilla. Fold the tortilla to enclose the filling.
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Cook each quesadilla for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the exterior is crisp and golden brown and the cheese inside is thoroughly melted.
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Continue assembling and cooking the remaining tortillas using the same method.
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Remove cooked quesadillas from the skillet, slice into wedges, and serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For extra crispiness, brush the outside of the tortillas with melted butter before toasting in the skillet.