# What You'll Need:
→ Main
01 - 8 medium flour tortillas
02 - 1.5 cups canned beans (black beans or pinto beans), drained and rinsed
03 - 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
04 - 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil
→ To Serve (optional)
05 - Salsa
06 - Sour cream
07 - Sliced avocado or guacamole
08 - Chopped cilantro
# Directions:
01 - Lightly mash the drained beans with a fork to facilitate easier spreading.
02 - Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
03 - Place one tortilla in the skillet, evenly sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheese over half the tortilla, then add approximately 3 tablespoons of mashed beans on top.
04 - Fold the tortilla in half to enclose the filling completely.
05 - Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula, until the tortilla turns golden brown and cheese has melted.
06 - Remove the cooked quesadilla and repeat the assembly and cooking steps with the remaining tortillas, beans, and cheese.
07 - Slice quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with optional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, sliced avocado, or chopped cilantro.
