Bean and Cheese Quesadillas

I always wonder what people really eat for dinner… what are their go-to meals for a busy weeknight?  This is something we eat at least once a week.  My kids love the homemade re-fried beans spread on a freshly cooked tortilla and warmed with a bit of shredded cheese.  Alexandra made the bean and cheese quesadillas in the photo and she went a little light on the beans.  I usually add more to give them the protein they need.  In the past I made plain quesadillas but adding the beans adds a lot of nutrition to the meal.  The prepare have very little fat and are savory and satisfying.  When it is cooler, I make flour tortillas from scratch.  Today I am using the Costco uncooked tortillas and the cost of this meal is still less than a dollar per person.

Bean and Cheese Quesadillas

• Refried Beans
• Shredded Monterrey Jack & Cheddar cheese mix
• Uncooked flour tortillas

Start by cooking the tortillas on a hot skillet.  Cook one side, and once it is covered in bubbles and small brown spots flip.  Add a layer of refried beans to the cooked side, then a sprinkling of shredded cheese.  Fold over and continue heating until tortilla is cooked through and cheese is melted.  Serve with hot sauce.  We love Valentina brand.