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Crispy Cheesy Breakfast Quesadillas with Sausage and Peppers

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A quick and easy breakfast quesadilla featuring savory sausage, sweet bell peppers, and melty sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 4 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
  • 8 oz breakfast sausage, removed from casing and crumbled
  • 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (mix of red and yellow)
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional hot sauce or salsa for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled breakfast sausage and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease on a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onions. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
  3. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle evenly with half the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Add a layer of sausage, then peppers and onions. Top with the remaining cheese and cover with a second tortilla.
  4. Wipe out the skillet if needed and return to medium heat. Carefully transfer the assembled quesadilla to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt. Flip carefully and cook another 3-4 minutes. Press gently with a spatula to encourage even crisping.
  5. Remove the quesadilla from the pan and let it rest for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to set. Slice into quarters or sixths.
  6. Serve warm with optional hot sauce or salsa on the side.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning tortillas and ensure cheese melts thoroughly. Drain sausage well to prevent sogginess. Let quesadilla rest before slicing to keep filling intact. For dairy-free or vegetarian versions, substitute sausage and cheese accordingly. If quesadilla browns too quickly, lower heat and cover pan briefly.

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