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Grilled Brie and Pear Quesadillas

Source: Meals Matter

An excellent and elegant combination.

Ingredients

1 tbsp Butter
1 Large onion, peeled and sliced
4 Burrito size flour tortillas
6 oz Brie cheese, sliced
1-1/2 c Shredded monterey jack cheese
1 Small, ripe bartlett pears, cored and thinly sliced
2 tbsp Chopped fresh thyme

Preparation

Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onion and cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until very soft, stirring frequently. Lay tortillas on a flat surface. Place equal amounts of cheeses, pears, carmelized onions and thyme on half of each tortilla; fold over to enclose filling. Place on a grill over low heat and cook for about 3-5 minutes per side or until cheese is melted and tortilla is crisp and golden.

Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 8
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Meal Type: Lunch
Appetizers
Snack

Nutrient Information

Calories: 260
Total Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Protein: 12 g
Vitamin A: 338 IU
Vitamin C: 2 mg
Calcium: 235 mg
Sodium: 390 mg
Iron: 1.2 mg
Fiber: 2 g