Big Quesadillas with Refried Beans, Spinach, and Avocado

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   Preheat the oven to 425F.

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   Rinse the greens and steam in a wide skillet or Dutch oven for just a minute or so, until wilted.

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   Transfer to a colander and drain well.

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   Combine the refried beans with a small amount of water in a mixing bowljust enough to make the beans more spreadable.

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   Lay a tortilla on a baking sheet.

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   Spread one half of it with a quarter of the refried beans, followed by a quarter of the greens and a quarter of the tomato slices.

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   Fold over to cover.

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   Repeat with the remaining tortillas, using an additional baking sheet if needed.

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   Bake for 10 minutes, or until the tortillas begin to turn golden and crisp.

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    Watch carefully!

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    To serve, place each quesadilla or half of a quesadilla on an individual plate.

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    Top with avocado slices.

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    Serve at once, passing around salsa to top individual portions.

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    See the suggestions under Big Quesadillas with Black Beans, Broccoli, and Portobello Mushrooms (page 146).

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    They all work just as well with this quesadilla recipe.

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    (per each whole quesadilla)

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    Calories: 394

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    Total fat: 13g

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    Protein: 13g

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    Carbohydrates: 58g

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    Fiber: 11g

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    Sodium: 735mg

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.