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Crispy Egg and Cheese Breakfast Quesadillas

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A quick and easy breakfast quesadilla featuring crispy tortillas, gooey melted cheese, and tender scrambled eggs, perfect for busy mornings or casual brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack recommended)
  • 2 medium flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil, for cooking
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, smoked paprika
  • Salsa or hot sauce, for serving

Instructions

  1. Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and slightly frothy, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Preheat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-low heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter without browning it, about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet and gently stir and fold occasionally until softly set but still moist, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  4. Remove the cooked eggs from the pan and set aside. Wipe the pan clean if needed and reduce heat to low.
  5. Place one flour tortilla flat in the pan and sprinkle about ½ cup (56g) of shredded cheese evenly over it.
  6. Spoon the cooked eggs evenly over the cheese layer and add any optional toppings like green onions or bell peppers.
  7. Sprinkle another ½ cup (56g) of shredded cheese over the eggs, then place the second tortilla on top and press gently to compact.
  8. Cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes until the bottom tortilla is golden and crispy. Carefully flip the quesadilla and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
  9. Remove from pan and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Slice into wedges and serve with salsa or hot sauce.

Notes

Cook the quesadilla over low heat to ensure the cheese melts fully without burning the tortilla. Use a silicone spatula for easier flipping. Pre-cook the eggs to avoid uneven cooking inside the quesadilla. For a richer flavor, use butter; for less risk of burning, a mix of butter and oil can be used. Leftover scrambled eggs can be reheated gently before assembling. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in foil or airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in a skillet to maintain crispness.

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