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Squash Blossom Quesadillas

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Submitted by: indigocher

 

A very flavorful filling for use in quesadillas that is made with sweet squash blossoms, roasted poblano peppers, and monteray cheese.
 

Ingredients

  • SQUASH BLOSSOM FILLING FOR QUESADILLAS: 2 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 1 cup diced mild red onion
  • 2 poblano chiles, charred, peeled, seeded and cut into strips (rajas)
  • 6 epazote leaves (optional but good)
  • 3 smoked garlic cloves (found in farmers' markets), minced; or 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
  • 10 squash blossoms, cleaned and cut into slivers
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 cup small cubes of white melting cheese (Monterey Jack or white cheddar)

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Method

Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the onion and poblano strips and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the optional epazote, the garlic and squash blossoms. Cook for 5 minutes longer. Season with salt, then stir in the cheese. Remove from heat and stir until the cheese melts. Use immediately.

 

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Number of Servings: 6

 

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