Rajas Quesadillas Recipe

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   Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet or a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat.

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   When it shimmers, add peppers and onion and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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   Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and browned, about 6 minutes.

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   Transfer to a medium bowl, stir in cilantro, and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

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   Combine cheeses in a medium bowl and set aside.

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   When pepper mixture is cool enough to handle, scatter 1/2 cup of the cheese mixture over 1 tortilla and spread 1/3 of the pepper mixture over the cheese.

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   Cover peppers with another 1/2 cup cheese and top with a second tortilla.

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   Repeat to make 3 quesadillas.

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   Wipe out the pan and return it to the stove over medium heat.

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    When its heated, add 1 quesadilla and cook until the cheese melts and the bottom tortilla gets a few golden brown spots, about 3 to 4 minutes.

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    Flip and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.

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    Repeat with remaining quesadillas.

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    Let rest 5 minutes, then cut each quesadilla into 8 pieces and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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