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Roasted Corn and Black Bean Quesadillas

Contributed By: ambudall
Henry's Market

Ingredients

1 (16 oz) bag Supersweet corn (thawed)

1 Red pepper, diced

4 cloves Garlic, minced

1 Purple onion, diced

1 Jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced into rings

1 (16 oz) can Black beans, drained and rinsed

Juice of one lime

1 tsp Sea salt

4tbsp Olive oil

1 package Tortillas

1 (8 oz) brick of Monterey Jack, grated

1 jar Salsa, mild, medium or hot

Sour cream

Guacamole

Fresh cilantro, chopped

Preparation

Pre-heat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss together the corn, red pepper, garlic, onion and jalapeno pepper with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Pour mixture onto a cookie sheet. Roast for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove when the corn is caramelized. Add beans to the same large bowl. Add lime juice, salt and corn mixture. Stir. In a large sauté pan heat a teaspoon of olive oil. Place one tortilla onto the pan. Add a cup of the corn and bean mixture and spoon evenly on the tortilla. Add 2 ounces of cheese. Place a second tortilla on top. Cover and cook for about 1 minute. Flip the quesadilla - carefully. Cook for about 1 minute, or until golden brown.

Remove from pan, cut into 6 wedges and serve with salsa, sour cream, guacamole and fresh cilantro. Repeat two more times for a total of 18 wedges.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Actual Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: Mexican & Spanish
Special Features: Kids Love It
Meal Type: Lunch
Appetizers