Description
Bacon Ranch Mac Cheese Quesadilla is a flavor-packed delight that brings comfort food to a whole new level. Imagine crispy tortillas filled with creamy macaroni and cheese, smoky bacon, and zesty ranch dressing. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for game nights or casual family dinners, transforming any occasion into a memorable feast. With gooey cheese and a satisfying crunch, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked macaroni pasta
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 strips bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; crumble once cooled.
- Mix It Up: Combine macaroni, crumbled bacon, cheese, green onions, and ranch dressing in a bowl; stir well.
- Assemble Your Quesadilla: Place one tortilla on a heated skillet; spoon mac cheese mixture onto half and fold over.
- Crisp It Up: Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; press down gently with a spatula.
- Slice & Serve: Let cool slightly before cutting into triangles; serve warm with extra ranch for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg