Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas) Recipe

Name: Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12-34 ground pork or 12-34 ground turkey or 12-34 chopped sausage; 2 tablespoons pizza seasoning, divided; 1 medium onion; 2 large ripe tomatoes; 1 -2 fresh jalapeno pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic; 1 teaspoon oregano; 8 flour tortillas; 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

12-34 ground pork or 12-34 ground turkey or 12-34 chopped sausage
2 tablespoons pizza seasoning, divided
1 medium onion
2 large ripe tomatoes
1 -2 fresh jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
8 flour tortillas
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Mix the pork and 1 Tbs.
3
pizza seasoning; cook over med-high heat until crispy brown and drain on paper toweling.
4
Chop the onion, tomatoes and jalapeno peppers; toss with olive oil, vinegar, garlic and oregano and let stand at least 10 minutes for flavor to develop.
5
To prepare, lay 4 tortillas out on baking sheets (2 per sheet), sprinkle evenly with cooked sausage, then add vegetable mix, top with shredded cheese, and sprinkle on the remaining pizza seasoning.
6
Don't pile up too much cheese in the center or it won't melt properly.
7
Top with another tortilla and bake for 5-8 minutes, until the tortillas start to brown.
8
(I went 12 minutes and they weren't browned yet - use your best judgment.
9
).
10
To do in the microwave: Place 1 finished tortilla in the microwave for 1 minute, on high, until the cheese is buvbbly and melted.
11
While hot, remove from the pans and slice itno wedges.

1380

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12-34 ground pork or 12-34 ground turkey or 12-34 chopped sausage, 2 tablespoons pizza seasoning, divided, 1 medium onion, 2 large ripe tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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