For a classic quesadilla recipe take a look at our Pulled Pork and Cheese Quesadilla.
Do you know what I love? Leftovers. Not the kind that keep dragging on and on like a big pot of chili that just won’t quit. The kind that could be re-invented and transformed into something completely new. A couple of week ago I cooked a. enormous chunk of beef in my slow cooker. I made Rustic Italian Beef Ragu, that I served with pappardelle pasta and Parmesan. What I ended up with? This much meat leftover.
We all agreed at the table while we were enjoying our dinner that this meat would taste delicious in a burrito or quesadilla. So the next day I tried that. This recipe is an Italian spin on a classic quesadilla, which is so loved in our family. I took some time to brainstorm and came up with this version.
Italian Beef Quesadilla Recipe
A flour tortilla stuffed with Italian beef ragu, shredded mozzarella, marinated roasted red peppers and fresh basil leaves. It is served with fresh salsa made with ripe cherry tomatoes, basil and last but not least, garlic marinated with red chillies in olive oil. All you have to do to prepare this deliciously fresh salsa is to throw all ingredients in the food processor…and give it a whirl…Stunning flavours and colours are for you to enjoy! Summer, I can almost smell you!
How to Make It
Making your quesadillas is just a matter of assembly. Set your non-stick frying pan on the stove over medium heat. Sometimes I use a little olive oil for frying my quesadillas but more often I cook them on a dry pan to reduce fat content of my food. Use your discretion in this case. Lay out your flour tortilla and spread ¼ cup of the beef, scatter some sliced marinated roasted red peppers, shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves. Then top with another tortilla. Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for 2- 3 minutes on the other side until the cheese is melted, the filling is heated through and the tortilla is toasted.
There are not too many things that are so tasty and comforting as crispy tortilla stuffed with gooey cheese, and tender meat dunked in delicious salsa, are there?! I am getting SO hungry just thinking about them and remember their deliciousness! Favourite Quick Lunch or Dinner Ideas:
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