Spinach, Mushroom, and Cilantro Quesadillas
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Southern Living
Serves 8 peopleCategories: Tex-Mex Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 1 (8 oz.) pkg. sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/4 cup Cilantro Pesto:
- 6 bunches fresh cilantro, stems removed
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. salt
- 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas
- 2 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Mexican cheese blend*
Directions
- Drain spinach well, pressing between paper towels.
- Sauté spinach and mushrooms in a large lightly greased skillet 5 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Stir in Cilantro Pesto and salt.
- Spread spinach mixture evenly on half of each tortilla, and sprinkle with shredded cheese blend. Wipe skillet clean.
- Cook, tortilla side down, in lightly greased skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute or until lightly browned. Fold tortillas over filling, and serve immediately.
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*2 (8 oz.) pkg. shredded Monterey Jack cheese may be substituted.
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Cilantro Pesto:
- Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week.