SALMON QUESADILLAS

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"I like simple recipes that get me out of the kitchen fast, so my husband and I can spend more time with our two boys," comments Heidi Main of Anchorage, Alaska. "These super-quick wedges are always a hit...and a tasty change of pace from salmon patties."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, bones and skin removed
1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter, softened
4 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
2 cups (8 ounces) part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
Guacamole or salsa

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute garlic in oil until fragrant. Stir in the salmon, basil and pepper; heat through., Meanwhile, spread butter over one side of each tortilla. Place tortillas on a griddle, buttered side down. Sprinkle one half of each tortilla with 1/4 cup cheese and a fourth of the salmon; top each with 1/4 cup cheese. Fold other half over filling., Cook over medium heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut each into wedges; serve with guacamole or salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664 calories, Fat 39g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 1264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 48g protein.

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