Apple, Cheddar, and Onion Quesadillas

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet.

2. 2

   Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the onions are beginning to brown, about 8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the water and cook until it has evaporated and the onion is very tender and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Let cool.

5. 5

   Dice the apple into 1/2-inch chunks and toss with the lemon juice.

6. 6

   Arrange the tortillas on a work surface and top each tortilla with cheese, apple and onion.

7. 7

   Fold each tortilla in half to make 4 quesadillas.

8. 8

   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil.

9. 9

   Add the quesadillas and cook over moderately high heat until golden and crisp, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.

10. 10

    Add more oil to the skillet if necessary.

11. 11

    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.