Holiday Leftover Quesadillas
"Becky Hardin at her blog site thecookierookiedotcom has become a favorite food blogger & this creative holiday leftover recipe that I modified slightly is at least a part of that status for me. This certainly has "meal appeal" as it can be breakfast, lunch or dinner fare. BUT as far as I know, few holiday leftover recipes work as well on a breakfast menu as this does. We see a lot of soups, sammies & main-dish casseroles, etc - But breakfast not so much. Surrounding this quesadilla breakfast w/coffee & fruit is certain to make your family eager for the mornings that follow holiday meals. ENJOY!"
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (232.6 g)
- Calories 602.6
- Total Fat - 29.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 12 g
- Cholesterol - 92.1 mg
- Sodium - 1864 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 48.2 g
- Dietary Fiber - 5 g
- Sugars - 14.2 g
- Protein - 38 g
- Calcium - 580.4 mg
- Iron - 2.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 6.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Spray a lrg skillet w/non-stick cooking spray & heat over med heat (Butter-flavored would be nice if available - Your option).
Step 2
Place the 1st tortilla in the bottom of the skillet & top with 1/2 cup cheese, 1 cup turkey, 1/4 cup cranberry sauce, 1/8 cup sage (See note on Ingredient List), another 1/2 cup cheese & the 2nd wrap. Grill for about 5 min on ea side or until cheese is melted & all ingredients are warmed.
Step 3
Take off the heat, cut into 4 wedge sections & keep warm while you repeat w/the other ingredients to make a 2nd quesadilla.
Tips
- No special items are required.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- If fresh sage is not available, dried sage can be used instead.
- Feel free to mix and match different types of cheese to find the combination that best suits your taste.
- Substitute cooked chicken for the turkey for a more traditional quesadilla flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that chicken is a more common ingredient than turkey, so it may be easier to find and more cost-effective.
- Substitute a vegan cheese for the Gouda cheese for a plant-based option. The benefit of this substitution is that it makes the recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions, such as vegans or those who are lactose intolerant.
Vegetarian Option Replace the turkey with 1 cup of cooked black beans, 1 cup of cooked corn, and 1/4 cup of diced onions. Replace the sage with 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro. Grill for 5 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted and all ingredients are warmed.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon - Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon is a delicious and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with the Holiday Leftover Quesadillas. The combination of salty bacon and sweet cranberry sauce add a delicious flavor to the quesadillas, and the roasted Brussels sprouts provide a crunchy texture. Plus, the bacon adds a nice smoky flavor that complements the sage in the quesadillas.
Crispy Baked Potatoes with Green Onion: Crispy baked potatoes with green onion is a delicious and easy side dish that pairs perfectly with the Holiday Leftover Quesadillas. The combination of the savory potatoes and the green onion bring a unique flavor to the quesadillas, while the potatoes provide a crunchy texture. Plus, the green onion adds a subtle onion flavor that complements the sage in the quesadillas.
FAQ
Q: How do I make sure the cheese melts?
A: Make sure to heat the skillet over medium heat and cook the quesadilla for about 5 minutes on each side or until the cheese is melted.
Q: What type of cheese should I use?
A: You can use any type of cheese that you like, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella. You can also experiment with different types of cheese combinations.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: The combination of turkey, cranberry sauce and cheese in a quesadilla is often referred to as the "Thanksgiving Quesadilla". This dish was popularized by celebrity chef Bobby Flay, who featured it on his show “Throwdown with Bobby Flay” in 2008.
Fun Fact 2: The use of sage in this recipe dates back to the 16th century. It was believed to have medicinal and spiritual properties, and was used in many traditional recipes as a flavoring agent. Sage is still widely used in cooking today.