Manchego And Quince Paste Quesadillas

Manchego and Quince Paste Quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the rich flavors of Manchego cheese with the sweet and tangy taste of quince paste. This recipe is a perfect example of Castilian-Manchego cuisine, known for its use of high-quality ingredients and simple yet flavorful dishes.

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Manchego And Quince Paste Quesadillas

Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 8 oz. Manchego cheese, grated
  • 4 tbsp quince paste
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Place a tortilla on a flat surface and sprinkle half of the grated Manchego cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.
  2. Place 1 tablespoon of quince paste on top of the cheese.
  3. Fold the tortilla in half to cover the filling.
  4. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, cheese, and quince paste.
  5. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
  6. Carefully place a filled tortilla in the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. Repeat with the remaining filled tortillas, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
  8. Once cooked, remove the quesadillas from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing into wedges.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet

Tools

Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the Manchego and Quince Paste Quesadillas with a side of mixed greens and a glass of Spanish red wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra flavor boost, try adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or a drizzle of honey over the quesadillas before serving.

Cost

$12