Penzey’s Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas)

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 9
Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas) recipe with ground turkey or chopped sausage and fresh veggies
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 - 3/4 1/2-3/4 ground turkey or 1/2-3/4 chopped sausage
2 tablespoons pizza seasoning , divided
1 medium onion
2 large ripe tomatoes
1 -2 fresh jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
8 flour tortillas
4 ounces mozzarella cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
370
Sugar
3g
Fat
21g
Penzey's Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas) are a delicious and healthy take on traditional pizza. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or as a snack for movie night with friends and family. The fresh veggies and spices in this recipe make these tortillas juicy, flavorful, and nutritious, while the melted cheese and crispy tortilla add a satisfying crunch.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey or chopped sausage over medium heat with a tablespoon of pizza seasoning.
2.Remove from heat and set aside.
3.Mince the onion, dice the tomatoes, and chop the jalapeno pepper.
4.In the same skillet, heat olive oil and white vinegar.
5.Add the onion, tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, garlic, oregano, and the remaining tablespoon of pizza seasoning.
6.Cook until the vegetables are soft and the liquid has reduced, then stir in the cooked ground turkey or sausage.
7.Place a tortilla in a separate skillet over medium heat, sprinkle with a quarter cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and spoon some of the meat and vegetable mixture onto half of the tortilla.
8.Fold the tortilla in half and cook on both sides until the cheese has melted.
9.Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

PROS

Penzey’s Pizza Tortillas (Quesadillas) are easy and quick to make, with only a few basic ingredients.

They are a great way to use up leftover ground turkey or sausage.

This recipe is easily customizable so you can add your favorite vegetables or cheese.

These tortillas are crispy and cheesy on the outside, and juicy and flavorful on the inside.

CONS

This recipe contains meat, and may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

It is also high in calories and fat, and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains fresh vegetables such as onion, tomatoes, and jalapeno pepper, which are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Eating a diet rich in vegetables has been linked to reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
Ground turkey and sausage are good sources of protein, which is important for muscle growth and repair.
Mozzarella cheese is a good source of calcium, which is important for strong bones and teeth.

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