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Kids' Easy Cheesy Pesto Quesadillas

Kids' Easy Cheesy Pesto Quesadillas

Kids' Easy Cheesy Pesto Quesadillas

with Peas and Apple Slices | Serves 2

Recipe Development TeamPublished on November 14, 2023

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Kids will love these easy cheesy quesadillas, filled with pesto and peas. Round it up with some sliced apples for a crunchy and delicious meal.

Tags:

Veggie

Allergens:

Milk

•Gluten

The quantities provided above are averages only.

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Total25 minutes

Active 15 minutes

DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

serving amount

80 grams

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

120 grams

Peas

32 grams

Fresh Pesto

(Contains: Milk)

50 grams

Cream Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

6 unit(s)

Plain Taco Tortillas

(Contains: Gluten)

2 unit(s)

Apple

Nutritional information

Energy (kJ)2761 kJ

Energy (kcal)660 kcal

Fat30.9 g

of which saturates15.9 g

Carbohydrate71.1 g

of which sugars16.8 g

Dietary Fibre7.9 g

Protein22.6 g

Salt2.2 g

Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

•Grater

•Medium Bowl

•Baking Tray

Cooking Instructions and Tips

Get Prepped

1

a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

b) Grate the Cheddar cheese.

c) In a medium bowl, mix together the peas, pesto and cream cheese until combined.

Bake your Quesadillas

2

a) Lay the tortillas onto a lightly oiled baking tray and spoon the creamy pesto mixture onto one half of each one. Top with the grated cheese.

b) Fold the other side over to make a semi-circle. Press down to keep together.

c) Rub a little oil over the top of each one, then bake on the top shelf of your oven until golden, 8-12 mins.

Your Quesadillas are Ready!

3

a) Meanwhile, quarter, core, and slice the apple (no need to peel).

b) Slice the cheesy pesto quesadillas in half and share between 2 serving plates.

c) Serve with your apple slices on the side.

Enjoy!

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