Quesadilla with Smoky Black Bean Spread and Salsa

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   Spread the bean dip on a tortilla and place it in a lightly oiled skillet over low heat.

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   Scatter the cheese and cilantro over the beans and add a spoonful of salsa and diced chiles.

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   Top with a second tortilla.

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   Flip it over and warm the second side.

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   When heated through, slide the quesadilla to a plate and cut into wedges.

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   Quesadilla with Roasted Pepper Strips (Rajas):

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   The Roasted Pepper Strips and Onions make a soft, succulent filling for quesadillas.

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   Spread 1/2 cup or more over the bottom tortilla; add a little grated cheese or a few dabs of sour cream if you wish and chopped cilantro.

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   Either fold it in half or cover with a second tortilla, flip the whole thing over, and cook on the second side.

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    Cut into wedges and serve with a pile of pickled vegetables.

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    Whole-Wheat Quesadilla with Monterey Jack and Cilantro Salsa:

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    If you can find whole-wheat tortillas, use them here.

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    Set a tortilla on a heavy, ungreased skillet over medium heat.

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    Grate Jack cheese generously over the top.

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    When the cheese has melted, drizzle with Cilantro Salsa, then fold the tortilla in half and serve with a plate of sliced serrano chiles or Pico de Gallo.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.