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Ham and Cheese Quesadillas

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

8 7 to 8-inch tortillas
4 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 1 pound)
8 thin slices ham (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1/4 raisins
2 green onions, chopped (including green tops)
6 teaspoons butter

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Arrange 4 tortillas on work surface. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over each tortilla. Top with ham, leaving 1/4-inch borders. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon raisins over each. Divide remaining cheese and sprinkle over tortillas. Top with onions and remaining tortillas. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

    Step 2

    Melt 1 1/2 teaspoons butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Place 1 quesadilla in skillet. Cook until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and keep warm. Repeat cooking process with remaining butter and quesadillas. Cut into wedges and serve.

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