Name: Black-Bean Quesadillas
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (19-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (8-ounce) bag mixed grated "taco cheese"; 1 1/4 cups chopped cilantro, divided; 1 cup chopped white onion, divided; 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided; 2 large tomatoes, quartered; 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce; Equipment: a large (2-burner) ridged grill pan (preferably cast-iron)

Photo by Romulo Yanes

Have we found Tex-Mex heaven? This very easy vegetarian meal satisfies with the heft of beans and melted mixed cheese.

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