Caribbean Quesadillas

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Ingredients:

  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, pinch of ground nutmeg, and a pinch of ginger
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
  • 12 flour tortillas (8 inches)
  • 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Sour cream and salsa

Directions:

Place sweet potato in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onion, garlic, and spices in oil until onion is tender. Stir in beans and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until thickened. Mash beans slightly with a fork. Stir in sweet potato and chilies. Cook until heated through.
Layer six tortillas, layer 3/4 cup bean mixture and 1/4 cup cheese. Top each with another tortilla. Cook quesadillas on a greased griddle for 3-4 minutes on each side or heat under a broiler for 3 to 4 minutes. Cut into wedges; serve with sour cream and salsa. 

Serves 6.

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Recipe courtesy of Taste of Home.

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