Mac and Cheese Quesadillas

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with these irresistible Mac and Cheese Quesadillas! This creative recipe combines the creamy, cheesy goodness of homemade mac and cheese with the crispy, golden perfection of pan-fried tortillas. Perfectly seasoned elbow macaroni is blended with a velvety cheddar cheese sauce, then layered with a melted Mexican cheese blend inside soft tortillas, creating a savory, ooey-gooey filling. Quick to whip up in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing snacks. Serve with salsa, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce for a dreamy, cheesy treat that will satisfy all your cravings. Whether you're a mac and cheese enthusiast or a quesadilla lover, this recipe is sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 Large flour tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for cooking tortillas)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 4

Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 6

Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Set the mac and cheese aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small pat of butter to lightly coat the surface.

Step 8

Place one tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle a thin layer of shredded Mexican blend cheese over half of the tortilla.

Step 9

Spoon a layer of the mac and cheese onto the shredded cheese, then top with another sprinkle of the Mexican blend cheese.

Step 10

Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the mac and cheese to create a half-moon shape.

Step 11

Cook the quesadilla for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden and crispy, and the cheese inside is melted.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 13

Slice each quesadilla into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy your Mac and Cheese Quesadillas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	731 grams (731.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991

Total Fat 101.60g	130%
Saturated Fat 54.60g	273%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 251mg	84%
Sodium 3527mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 204.40g	74%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 19.70g
Protein 64.50g	129%

Vitamin D 130IU	651%
Calcium 1362mg	105%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 697mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.9%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 41.1%