Fried Egg Quesadilla (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Essentials
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2 fresh eggs, large in size
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1 cup melted gooey cheese, like mozzarella or cheddar
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2 flour tortillas, crisp-ready
→ Fresh Toppings
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1 soft avocado, sliced evenly
→ Cooking Basics
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Pinch of salt and some black pepper, grind it fresh
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1 tablespoon of butter to add a golden brown finish
# Instructions:
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Start with a non-stick skillet on medium heat, drop in butter, and let it fully melt until it glistens.
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Carefully crack the eggs into your skillet, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook until whites are firm but those yolks are still soft. Gently set aside.
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Lay one tortilla flat in the pan, sprinkle half your cheese over it evenly to create a cheesy base.
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Place the eggs gently on top of the cheese, spread your avocado slices around, then cover it all with the remaining cheese.
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Top with the second tortilla, cook for 2 minutes or so until it crisps, flip it carefully, and keep cooking until golden and all the cheese melts.
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Move the quesadilla onto a cutting board, cut into pieces, and enjoy while it's still gooey and hot.
# Notes:
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Switch things up by adding sour cream, fresh salsa, or some chopped herbs to match your taste.
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The trick to the best quesadillas is slow cooking for melty cheese and crispy tortillas.