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Pepper Upper Black Bean Quesadillas
Quesadillas are a quick and yummy snack that kids love! They can have any type of ingredient, so feel free to add your favorites. This recipe includes energy-boosting peppers sure to put a smile on your face!
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Quesadillas
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Ingredients
- 1 can of black beans (15 ounces)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh yellow pepper or fresh jalapeño pepper
- 3 large flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon of dried cilantro (optional)
- Chopped tomato for garnish (optional)
Directions
Strain the water out of the can of beans, rinse and strain again. Then pour the beans into a mixing bowl and mash them.
Add the cheese to the mashed beans and stir. Then add the cumin and cilantro, and stir again.
Spoon â…“ of the bean and cheese mixture onto one side of a tortilla and smooth it into an even layer. Sprinkle â…“ chopped peppers on top and then fold the tortilla in half to make a semi-circle. Press down lightly on the tortilla. Repeat to make three quesadillas.
Cook in a toaster oven for 2-4 minutes until golden brown. Use a spatula to remove them from the toaster oven, then use a pizza cutter to cut them into triangles. Garnish with chopped tomatoes and enjoy!
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