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Mac and Cheese Quesadillas

Mac and Cheese Quesadillas: A Cheesy Twist You’ll Love

Mac and Cheese Quesadillas offer a delightful fusion of creamy macaroni and cheese wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for snacks or lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Sauce
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni gluten-free option available
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter or plant-based butter for vegan
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese or gouda/pepper jack for variation
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese for stretchy texture
  • 1 tsp Mustard Powder optional
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder optional but recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Assembling Quesadillas
  • 4 Flour Tortillas or gluten-free tortillas
  • 1 tbsp Butter (for cooking)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Strain and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1 minute until smooth.
  3. Gradually pour in 1 cup of whole milk while whisking continuously. Cook until it thickens and bubbles gently for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella until melted. Add mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Fold cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well coated.
  6. Lay a tortilla flat, spread mac and cheese filling over half, and fold to form a half-moon. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  7. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadillas for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Let the quesadillas rest for 1-2 minutes, then cut into wedges and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite add-ins like jalapeños or bacon for added flavor! Serve with guacamole, salsa or salad for a complete meal.

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