Bacon and Tomato Quesadillas

  4.8 – 12 reviews  

It resembles a BLT in Mexican fashion. Depending on the flavor of the little diced tomatoes you use, you can decide whether you want it zesty or smoky. The traditional quesadilla is given a new twist with crispy bacon and fresh basil. A delicious party appetizer or quick snack.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: 8
Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  1. 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
  2. 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  3. 1 (10 ounce) can RED GOLD® Petite Diced Tomatoes with Chipotle
  4. 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  5. ½ cup chopped fresh basil
  6. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  7. Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Layer on half of each tortilla: 1/4 cup cheese, 2 tablespoons diced tomatoes. 1 tablespoon bacon and 1 tablespoon basil. Fold each tortilla in half to form a half circle.
  2. Lightly coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle with oil. Cook each quesadilla, over medium-high heat for 1 1/2 minutes on each side until cheese is melted and tortilla is lightly browned.
  3. Cut the quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with sour cream.

Reviews

Dana Bennett
Fast and tasty! I pretty much always have these ingredients on hand so this will be easy to repeat often!
Cindy White
They were good !
Patrick Peterson
This was delicious and simple! I added scrambled eggs and fried onions for a breakfast quesadilla. Will definitely make again! Thanks!
Zoe Guzman
Delicious! I used Fire Roasted Rotel. I think next time we will try the spicier one. We also used Turkey Bacon just because I prefer it.
Robert Petty
Had fun making these with the grandkids. I used two sun-dried tomato basil tortillas and cutout the top one in the shape of a jack-o’-lantern for the fall season. The grands loved the spiciness of the tomatoes and the bacon was the perfect compliment.
Dr. Wanda Torres MD
This recipe was awesome! I added some leftover pork chop pieces and chopped jalapeño, which was great! Will definitely make again.
Michele Velazquez
This was a good, simple and tasty quick dinner. I thought the proportions were spot on. I did not have fresh basil, so used a sprinkle of dried. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Ebony Boyd
I make this at least once a week!! My husband likes when I add some lightly seasoned chicken strips (cut to 1/2 inch pieces)
Robert Berg
This was delicious! I can’t wait to make it again.
Robert Martinez
It was so good! i didn’t have very much time so i microwaved it, but it was still good! The bacon was a very nice touch. 🙂
Dr. Tanya Ball MD
My sons love this and so do I! I cook the bacon first and then cook the quesadillas in the bacon grease. Obviously, this adds some calories, but it’s very tasty. I’m a slow cook and even I can make these quickly.
Luis Schultz
This is a great, simple recipe! My children loved it and it is a quick “go to” when you are in a hurry. Just about any meat will be great with this recipe.

 

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