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Cajun Sausage Quesadillas
Cajun sausage quesadillas with smoky sausage, peppers, and melty cheese in a crisp tortilla.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
20
min
Active Time
30
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
Cooking the sausage and peppers first packs the filling with smoky flavor. A hot, dry skillet crisps the tortilla while the cheese melts into a seal.
Ingredients
Protein
• 12 oz andouille or smoked sausage, diced
Sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small onion, diced
Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Pasta & Grains
• 4 large flour tortillas
Topping
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high and brown the sausage.
2
Add the bell pepper and onion and cook 4 minutes, then stir in the Cajun seasoning.
3
Lay a tortilla in a dry skillet over medium and scatter shredded Monterey Jack, the sausage mixture, and green onions on one half.
4
Fold the tortilla over and cook 2 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.
5
Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
6
Slice into wedges and serve.
How to Make It
1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high and brown the sausage.
2
Add the bell pepper and onion and cook 4 minutes, then stir in the Cajun seasoning.
3
Lay a tortilla in a dry skillet over medium and scatter shredded Monterey Jack, the sausage mixture, and green onions on one half.
4
Fold the tortilla over and cook 2 minutes per side until golden and the cheese melts.
5
Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
6
Slice into wedges and serve.
Ingredients
Protein
• 12 oz andouille or smoked sausage, diced
Sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small onion, diced
Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Pasta & Grains
• 4 large flour tortillas
Topping
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store up to 2 days.
Reheat:
Reheat in a skillet or oven to keep them crisp.
Swaps
No Monterey Jack? Use the same amount of low-moisture mozzarella.
Avo's Tip
Don't overfill — a thinner layer crisps better and holds together when you flip.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
What cheese melts best?
Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend melt smoothly; cheddar adds sharpness.
What sausage works?
Andouille for heat or any smoked sausage for a milder filling.
How do I serve them?
With remoulade, sour cream, or salsa for dipping.
Quick Fixes
Tortilla burning before cheese melts: lower the heat and cover briefly.
Filling falling out: don't overfill; keep it to one side and fold.
Want more kick: add pickled jalapeños or hot sauce.
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