Quesadillas with Oaxaca Cheese
Soft, stretchy Oaxaca cheese melts into golden, slightly crisp tortillas for a simple, deeply comforting quesadilla. Bright jalapeño and cilantro cut the richness so every bite stays lively.
6 corn tortilla, 8-inch
8 oz oaxaca cheese, shredded
1 tbsp vegetable oil
½ cup yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, finely chopped, seeds removed for milder heat
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp butter, room temperature
1 lime, quartered, for serving
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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