Best 2 Bacon Jalapeno Quesadillas Recipes

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Bacon jalapeño quesadillas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a variety of ingredients, including bacon, jalapeños, cheese, and tortillas, and can be customized to suit your own taste. Whether you like your quesadillas mild or spicy, cheesy or crispy, there is a recipe out there for you. With so many different ways to make bacon jalapeño quesadillas, you're sure to find one that you'll love.

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BACON JACK AND JALAPENO QUESADILLAS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings, guacamole: 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ripe Hass avocado, halved, seeded and peeled
1 small tomato, diced
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt, to taste
4 strips turkey bacon (about 3 ounces)
6 scallions,(white and green parts) thinly sliced
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
3 (8-inch) multi-grain tortillas
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream, optional
Cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Guacamole: Coarsely mash the avocado in a large bowl. Add the tomato, scallions, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeno, and garlic until blended. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Quesadillas: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Lightly spray a medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain. Crumble and set aside.
  • To the same skillet, add the scallions, jalapeno, garlic, cumin, and coriander. Cook, stirring often, over medium heat, until the scallions are soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Place the tortillas on the baking sheet; sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese, 1/3 of the scallion mixture, and 1/3 of the bacon over half of each tortilla. Fold the unfilled half of each tortilla over the filling. Lightly spray the quesadillas with cooking spray. Bake until lightly browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Cut each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with the guacamole and sour cream, if using. Garnish with cilantro.

BACON-JALAPENO QUESADILLAS



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"Mad Hungry" host Lucinda Scala Quinn developed this easy recipe exclusively for "The Martha Stewart Show" season premiere, with input from her bacon-loving sons.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray
8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
1 (12- to 16-ounce) package thinly sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, finely chopped
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a medium skillet with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray and heat over high heat. Place 1 tortilla on a work surface and sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese. Top with 1/4 of the bacon and 1 tablespoon jalapenos; top with a second tortilla.
  • Carefully transfer to skillet and cook until bottom tortilla is browned and cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Turn and continue cooking until browned and filling is hot, about 2 minutes more. Transfer quesadilla to a cutting board and repeat process with remaining tortilla, cheese, bacon, and jalapenos.
  • Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve immediately with sour cream.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese: For a classic quesadilla, use a Mexican cheese blend or queso Oaxaca. If you want a cheesier quesadilla, add some mozzarella or cheddar cheese.
  • Don't overload the quesadilla: Too many fillings will make the quesadilla difficult to fold and cook evenly.
  • Cook the quesadilla over medium heat: This will help prevent the tortilla from burning and allow the cheese to melt properly.
  • Serve the quesadilla immediately: This is when it is at its best, with a crispy tortilla and melted cheese.

Conclusion:

Bacon jalapeño quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Quesadillas are a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Try experimenting with different fillings, such as chicken, steak, or vegetables. You can also add different sauces or dips, such as guacamole, salsa, or sour cream. Quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover ingredients, so feel free to get creative and have fun with them!

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