Description

These Corned Beef and Cabbage Quesadillas offer a delightful twist on traditional quesadillas by incorporating classic St. Patrick’s Day flavors. Loaded with tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese, these quesadillas are buttery and crispy on the outside with a savory, melty filling. Served with Thousand Island dressing and mustard for dipping, they make an easy, flavorful meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

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Quesadillas

4 large flour tortillas
8-10 slices Swiss cheese (or Havarti cheese)
24 thin slices (about 1/2 lb) corned beef
1/2 cup well-drained sauerkraut
Melted butter, for brushing

Dipping Sauces

Thousand Island dressing, for dipping
Yellow mustard, for dipping

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Instructions

Heat the Skillet: Start by heating up a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Brush one side of a tortilla with melted butter and place the tortilla buttered side down onto the heated skillet.
Add Fillings: On half of the tortilla, layer one slice of cheese (break it up if needed to fit), then 5 to 6 slices of corned beef, followed by 2 tablespoons of well-drained sauerkraut.
Top with Cheese: Add another slice of cheese over the sauerkraut to help the quesadilla stick together and create a melty center.
Fold and Cook: Fold the empty side of the tortilla over the filled side and press down gently with a spatula to seal. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then carefully flip to brown the other side. The quesadilla is done once the cheese has melted and both sides have a crispy golden crust.
Repeat: Continue the process with the remaining 3 tortillas, brushing each with melted butter before cooking and layering with the filling as described.
Serve: Cut each quesadilla into triangles and serve warm with plenty of Thousand Island dressing and yellow mustard on the side for dipping.

Notes

Ensure the sauerkraut is well-drained to avoid soggy quesadillas.
Use Swiss cheese for authentic flavor, but Havarti is a good alternative for a creamier texture.
Butter the tortillas for extra crispiness and a rich flavor.
Adjust the cooking heat as needed to prevent burning while ensuring cheese melts fully.
This recipe works well as a quick lunch or hearty snack.