Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Quesadillas (Printer-Friendly)
Cheesy quesadillas filled with turkey, cranberry sauce, and herbs for a cozy, quick meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Tortillas
01 -
4 medium flour tortillas
→ Protein
02 -
1 1/2 cups cooked turkey breast, chopped or shredded
→ Cheese
03 -
2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 -
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
→ Herbs
05 -
3 to 4 sage leaves, chopped (alternatively thyme or rosemary)
→ Condiments
06 -
1/2 cup cranberry sauce
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Preheat a large skillet over medium to medium-low heat.
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Place one tortilla on the skillet, spread a layer of Swiss and mozzarella cheeses over the entire tortilla, then arrange turkey, cranberry sauce, and chopped herbs on half of the tortilla.
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Cook until the cheese begins to melt, then fold the tortilla in half and grill on each side until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove from heat, cut the quesadilla into thirds or quarters, and serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Use either homemade or canned jellied cranberry sauce; canned will retain brightness during cooking.
02 -
Substitute rotisserie chicken for turkey for a similar savory result.
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Feel free to vary cheese types such as cheddar or brie to suit preferences.