Corned Beef Quesadillas Recipe

Make delicious Corned Beef Quesadillas using leftover corned beef, whole grain tortillas, Swiss cheese and sauerkraut.

Happy St. Paddy’s Day!  I hope your day is filled with green things like fun hats, necklaces, cabbage and green beer.  After the corned beef has been made and mostly eaten, these Corned Beef Quesadillas will come in handy for the next day or midnight snack.

Mexican food is always a favorite and there isn’t much that can’t be sandwiched between a whole grain tortilla in my opinion, and these Corned Beef Quesadillas are not exception.  Swiss cheese melts beautifully with some shredded corned beef and topped with sauerkraut for a bit of tang.  Dijon mustard adds another note of deliciousness and pairs so well with the meat.

These Corned Beef Quesadillas can be quickly made in a skillet or I recommend a griddle — if you’re making them for a group of people or large family.  They’re cheesy and meaty with a slight sour kick — don’t forget a little Sriracha for dipping.

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Ingredients

4 whole grain tortillas

8 slices leftover cooked corned beef, about 8 ounces

8 slices Swiss Cheese, cut in half

1 cup sauerkraut

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

2 tablespoons butter for cooking

(Makes 4 Quesadillas)

*Tips

• you can use white flour or corn tortillas – filling size may vary
• sauerkraut can be substituted for cooked cabbage
• Jack cheese can be substituted for Swiss
• make sure corned beef is cooked

To Prepare:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon butter.
2. Lay tortillas down on board and top half of tortilla with 2 slices of cheese (1 slice total – see above).
3. Add shredded corned beef over cheese and then a large tablespoon of sauerkraut.
4. Top with another couple of slices of cheese and fold to close.
5. Add quesadillas to pan.  Do not overcrowd.  Cook for 3 minutes using lid to cover pan to melt cheeses.
6. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, covering with lid to melt properly.
7. Place on board and cut in half.  Serve with Sriracha, if desired.  Enjoy!

These Corned Beef Quesadillas can be served as an entree or appetizer.  They are great with an Irish beer or glass of wine.