Crispy, cheesy quesadillas come together in just minutes!

In our house, when were hungry and in a hurry, we always turn to quesadillas.

The reward is eating more vegetablesor at least, one more vegetable!

Vegetarian Quesadilla Recipe -close up of cheese and mushroom quesadillas stacked on top of each other with a jar of red salsa in the background.

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Plus, the earthy flavor of mushrooms is especially good with corn tortillas!

They also are great for a quick snack.

Make-Ahead Steps!

How to Make Quesadillas Vegetarian - cooked tortillas filled with cheese and mushooms in black skillet.

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Already assembled and cooked, these will also be good for at least one day stored in the refrigerator.

How To Speed Things Up Even More!

Lets face itcrispy bits are where its at!

How to Make Quesadillas Vegetarian – silver pan with raw mushrooms about to be cooked

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Place the already-made quesadillas in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Keep them warm in the oven as you make more.

you’re able to also serve them like pancakes!

Vegetarian Quesadilla Recipe - silver pan with sauteed mushrooms

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Pass the one you just finished to the first in line while hot, then make another!

Add the salt and pepper.

Wipe out the skillet and place it over medium heat.

Cheese Quesadilla with Mushrooms - black skillet with quesadilla filled with cilantro, mushrooms and cheese.

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(Alternatively, place a pancake griddle over the heat, or heat an electric griddle.)

Top with cilantro leaves and another 2 tablespoons of the cheese.

Place a second tortilla on top and press down lightly.

Quesadilla Recipe with Cheese and Mushrooms - tortilla in black skilled. Cheese, musrooms and cilantro are ontop of the tortilla

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Cook on one side for about 1 minute, or until the cheese begins to melt.

Repeat with remaining tortillas, cheese, and filling.

Alternative Microwave Method:Assemble the quesadillas as above.

How to Make a Cheese Quesadilla with Mushrooms - uncooked tortillas filled iwth cheese in mushrooms in black skillet

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Place on a plate and microwave for about 1 minute, or until the cheese melts.

(Your quesadillas will be softer and less crispy.)

Cut each quesadilla into quarters as they finish cooking and serve while hot.