Description
Bacon Ranch Mac Cheese Quesadilla is a mouthwatering blend of creamy macaroni and cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing, all wrapped in a perfectly golden tortilla. This dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for game nights, family gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat. Each bite delivers a delightful crunch followed by indulgent warmth, ensuring this recipe becomes your go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 slices crispy bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and bacon.
- Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet and fill half with the mac cheese mixture. Fold the tortilla over.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese melts; flip to cook the other side.
- Remove from heat, cut into wedges, serve hot with ranch dressing or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg