CHILE, CHEESE AND BACON QUESADILLAS

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Head south of the border in just 20 minutes with these cheesy quesadillas, loaded with bacon and Old El Paso green chilies, made on your contact grill.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 slices bacon
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch; 8 tortillas)
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, undrained
1 can (2.25 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion, if desired
Cherry tomatoes or pitted large ripe olives, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat closed medium-size contact grill for 5 minutes. Place bacon crosswise on grill. Close grill. Grill 5 to 6 minutes or until crisp. Remove from grill; drain on paper towels. Scrape drippings from grill. Coarsely chop bacon.
  • Sprinkle 4 tortillas with cheese. Top each with bacon, chiles, sliced olives, onion and remaining tortillas; press lightly.
  • Place 1 quesadilla at a time on grill. Close grill. Grill 2 to 4 minutes or until light golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Attach tomato or whole olive to top of each wedge with decorative toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Quesadilla, Sodium 1490 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Blake S
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Quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover ingredients, so feel free to get creative with the filling.


Shanice Johnson
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This recipe is not suitable for those with dietary restrictions, as it contains cheese, bacon, and tortillas.


Jazz Jazz
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I found that the quesadillas were a bit greasy, so I would recommend using less oil when cooking them.


Huma Alvi
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One suggestion I have is to add some diced tomatoes or bell peppers to the filling for a little extra flavor and texture.


Bonnie Karr
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal that's also delicious.


Lily Boulware
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy quesadillas.


gamer boi stroud
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The tortillas were crispy and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Chris Clouse
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The chile cheese and bacon filling is flavorful and cheesy.


Anu Adetunde
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These quesadillas are perfect for a crowd. I made them for a potluck and they were gone in minutes.


Love u Bangladesh
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Tahmina Akhter
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The recipe is easy to follow and the quesadillas turned out great.


Tahmid Khan
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I made these quesadillas for a party and they were a huge success.


Laila Hossain
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These quesadillas are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


happy jaan
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The combination of chile cheese and bacon is a classic for a reason - it's delicious!


oluwafemi osilaja
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I've made this recipe a few times and it's always a hit with friends and family.


Shanto Mia
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Quesadillas are fantastic for lunch or dinner, and this recipe adds fun flavors that the whole family will enjoy.


Visa4u Consultancy
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This is a quick and simple go-to recipe for a tasty and satisfying meal.