ITALIAN QUESADILLAS

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
2 large onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
9 (8-inch-diameter) flour tortillas
3 cups shredded Fontina
3/4 cup jarred roasted red bell peppers, drained well and patted dry
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan, plus 3 tablespoons for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and sugar, and cook until the onions are golden brown, about 20 minutes. Season the onions, to taste, with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle some Fontina over half of a tortilla. Arrange some bell peppers and sauteed onions on top of the Fontina. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan. Sprinkle more Fontina over. Fold the clean half over the filling to cover and press gently to seal. Repeat with remaining tortillas evenly dividing the filling ingredients.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil on a heavy large griddle over medium heat. Working in batches, cook the quesadillas until the cheese melts and the tortillas are golden brown, adding more oil as needed, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the quesadillas to baking sheets and keep them warm in the oven while cooking the remaining quesadillas.
  • Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over the quesadillas. Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges. Arrange them on a platter. Garnish the platter with parsley sprigs and serve.

Ahmad Albondogji
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


INDIKA SUPUN
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These Italian quesadillas were a waste of time. They were bland and boring.


Muhammad Saleem
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The Italian quesadillas were good, but I think I would prefer a traditional Mexican quesadilla next time.


Black Monkey
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The Italian quesadillas were a bit too greasy for me. I think I would use less oil next time.


Md alamin Hussain
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These Italian quesadillas were a little bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time.


TCF Bando Finessin
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I made these Italian quesadillas for a party and they were a big hit. Everyone loved them.


Arman
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The Italian quesadillas were delicious! I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Tania Islam
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These Italian quesadillas were a fun and easy meal to make. My kids loved them!


jared homes
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I'm not a big fan of quesadillas, but these Italian quesadillas were really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the quesadillas were cooked perfectly.


Er Zhang
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The Italian quesadillas were easy to make and turned out great. I used fresh mozzarella and tomatoes from my garden, and the flavor was amazing.


Ruba Imad
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I love quesadillas, and these Italian quesadillas were no exception. The combination of mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil was delicious.


Rocio slash
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These Italian quesadillas were a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the quesadillas were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.