Quick and Easy Breakfast Quesadilla

A quick and easy breakfast quesadilla that's perfect for busy mornings. It's made with a large tortilla, shredded cheese, cooked black beans, chopped bell pepper, chopped onion, salsa, guacamole, salt and pepper, and olive oil for greasing the pan. The quesadilla is cooked in a large skillet over medium heat until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted. It's then cut into wedges and served.

The breakfast quesadilla is a relatively new dish, but it has quickly become a popular breakfast choice for people on the go. It's easy to make, portable, and can be customized to your liking. The origins of the breakfast quesadilla are unclear, but it is thought to have originated in Mexico or the southwestern United States. The first known recipe for a breakfast quesadilla was published in 1995 in the cookbook "The Breakfast Quesadilla Cookbook" by Diana Kennedy. Since then, the breakfast quesadilla has become a popular dish all over the world.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large tortilla
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend)
• 1/4 cup cooked black beans
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon salsa
• 1 tablespoon guacamole
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for greasing the pan

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Grease the skillet with olive oil.
3. Place the tortilla in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
4. Remove the tortilla from the skillet and place it on a plate.
5. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over one half of the tortilla.
6. Top with the black beans, bell pepper, onion, salsa, and guacamole.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Fold the tortilla in half and place it back in the skillet.
9. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and the quesadilla is heated through.
10. Remove from the skillet and cut into wedges.

Why It Works

• The large tortilla provides a sturdy base for the quesadilla and helps to keep the fillings from falling out.
• The shredded cheese melts evenly and provides a gooey, flavorful filling.
• The cooked black beans add protein and fiber to the quesadilla.
• The chopped bell pepper and onion add sweetness and crunch.
• The salsa and guacamole add flavor and moisture to the quesadilla.
• The salt and pepper help to season the quesadilla and enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
• The olive oil helps to grease the pan and prevent the quesadilla from sticking.