Escarole, Sausage, and Fontina Quesadillas

Gluten Free
Health score
31%
Escarole, Sausage, and Fontina Quesadillas
26 min.
2
631kcal

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Looking for a delicious and satisfying lunch or dinner option that’s not only gluten-free but also bursting with flavor? Look no further than our mouthwatering Escarole, Sausage, and Fontina Quesadillas! This delightful dish combines the peppery goodness of escarole, savory hot pork Italian sausage, and the rich, creamy texture of Fontina cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfectly balanced and filling, these quesadillas are a fantastic way to elevate your everyday meals.

With a cooking time of just 26 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy days or spontaneous gatherings. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple preparation guarantees a meal that won’t just satisfy your hunger but will also impress your taste buds. Plus, the colorful presentation makes it an appealing choice for your dinner table.

Whether you are aiming for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner, these quesadillas are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Ready to spice up your mealtime with an easy-to-make dish that is sure to become a favorite? Grab your ingredients and let’s dive into this delectable experience that promises to be both nutritious and utterly delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups endive chopped
  • ounce fontina grated
  • tablespoon garlic fresh minced
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • ounces pork sausage italian hot
  • 6-inch tortillas whole-wheat ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat.
  4. Add Italian sausage, and cook for 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble.
  5. Drain the sausage, and return to pan.
  6. Add escarole, garlic, and black pepper; cook 2 minutes or until escarole wilts, stirring frequently.
  7. Brush remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over a jelly-roll pan; arrange the tortillas in a single layer on pan.
  8. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon cheese evenly over each tortilla; top each with about 2/3 cup sausage mixture.
  9. Bake at 400 for 3 minutes or until cheese begins to melt.
  10. Remove from oven, and carefully fold each tortilla in half, pressing to close.
  11. Bake them an additional 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories631kcal
Protein12.77%
Fat64.98%
Carbs22.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98
Glycemic Load
10.07
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.095652178578%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
10.11mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:631.31kcal
31.57%
Fat:45.64g
70.21%
Saturated Fat:14.45g
90.3%
Carbohydrates:35.15g
11.72%
Net Carbohydrates:29.81g
10.84%
Sugar:2.74g
3.04%
Cholesterol:70.31mg
23.44%
Sodium:1096.1mg
47.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.18g
40.36%
Vitamin K:244.59µg
232.95%
Vitamin B1:0.8mg
53.04%
Folate:205.08µg
51.27%
Selenium:33.79µg
48.27%
Vitamin A:2298.14IU
45.96%
Manganese:0.86mg
42.91%
Phosphorus:307.8mg
30.78%
Vitamin B3:5.41mg
27.04%
Calcium:238.81mg
23.88%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.35%
Iron:4.05mg
22.49%
Fiber:5.35g
21.39%
Zinc:2.92mg
19.48%
Potassium:596.89mg
17.05%
Vitamin E:2.5mg
16.67%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.51%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.72%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.48%
Copper:0.24mg
11.85%
Vitamin C:9.17mg
11.11%
Magnesium:41.53mg
10.38%
Source:My Recipes