Sweet & Savory Peach Quesadillas
These Sweet & Savory Peach Quesadillas combine ripe peaches with sharp cheddar and goat cheese for a delightful summer dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 pieces ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- ΒΌ cup nuts, roughly chopped (optional) Pecans or walnuts recommended
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Fresh herbs (basil or mint), for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the peaches and cheeses.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Place a tortilla in the skillet and layer one half with sharp cheddar, goat cheese, and peach slices.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook until golden brown on both sides and the cheese has melted.
- Remove from the skillet, cut into wedges, and serve warm. Add nuts or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This recipe is forgiving; you can substitute ingredients based on what you have available, such as using cream cheese instead of goat cheese or experimenting with other fruits like nectarines or thinly sliced pears. Make-ahead components can be prepared to save time.