Ingredients
Scale
- 2 flour tortillas, taco size (8 inch)
- 2 tbsp. tomato sauce (spaghetti, pizza, pasta or marinara sauce all work)
- 10 to 12 slices pepperoni
- 6 to 8 tbsp. shredded mozzarella cheese
- butter
- additional tomato sauce for dipping optional
Instructions
- Prep your pepperoni (optional): If you’re using regular pepperoni, place a paper towel on a microwave-safe plate. Spread the pepperoni slices out in a single layer and microwave for 20-30 seconds. This step melts some of the fat and prevents your quesadillas from getting too greasy.
- Sauce it up: Lay out a tortilla and spread a thin layer of tomato sauce across the entire surface. Don’t go overboard here—too much sauce will make it soggy.
- Add the toppings: On one half of the tortilla, layer the pepperoni slices. Sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella. Fold the tortilla in half so that the toppings are sandwiched in between.
- Cook to perfection: Melt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place two folded tortillas in the pan (or just one if your pan is small) and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the underside is golden brown.
- Flip and finish: While the first side cooks, lightly butter the top side of each tortilla. Flip them over carefully and cook until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Slice and serve: Let the quesadillas cool for a couple of minutes before slicing into quarters or thirds. Serve with a side of warm tomato sauce for dipping, if you like.
Notes
How to serve and wow your guests
These quesadillas are fantastic as-is, but if you’re serving them to friends or family, why not take it up a notch? Arrange the sliced quesadillas on a platter with a small bowl of warm marinara sauce for dipping. Sprinkle some chopped parsley or grated Parmesan over the top for a fancy touch. They pair perfectly with a simple green salad or a handful of crunchy veggie sticks on the side.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: dinner