Butternut Squash and Kale Quesadillas

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   Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.

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   Add the squash and sprinkle with the salt, chile powder and pepper.

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   Cook for several minutes, turning gently with a spatula, until the squash is deep golden brown and tender (but not falling apart).

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   Remove to a plate and set aside.

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   In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat and add in the kale.

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   Toss it around with tongs and cook it for 3 to 4 minutes.

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   Add in the cooked squash and gently toss together.

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   In a separate skillet, melt additional butter and lightly brown both sides of the tortillas.

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   Build the quesadillas one by one starting with a tortilla, adding a layer of the cheeses and a layer of the squash/kale mixture and ending with a second tortilla.

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    You'll have four quesadillas when you're done.

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    Brown each quesadilla on both sides, adding more butter to the pan to make sure the tortillas are nice and golden and yummy.

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    When the cheese is melted, remove each quesadilla from the skillet and cut it into four wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.