Tuna Quesadilla Stack

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Tuna Quesadilla Stack
Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients:
4
(10-inch) flour tortillas

1/4
cup plus 2 tablespoons pinto or black bean dip

1
can (9 ounces) tuna packed in water, drained and flaked

2
cups (8 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese

1
can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained

1/2
cup thinly sliced green onions

1-1/2
teaspoons butter or margarine, melted



Preparation:
1.
Preheat oven to 400°F.

2.
Place 1 tortilla on 12-inch pizza pan. Spread with 2 tablespoons bean dip, leaving 1/2-inch border. Top with one third each of tuna, cheese, tomatoes and green onions. Repeat layers twice, beginning with tortilla and ending with onions.

3.
Top with remaining tortilla, pressing gently. Brush with melted butter.

4.
Bake 15 minutes or until cheese melts and top is lightly browned. Cool. Cut into 8 wedges.


Tip: For a special touch, serve with assorted toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream and salsa.

Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 1114 mg
Protein 39 g
Fiber 3 g
Carbohydrate 29 g
Cholesterol 64 mg
Total Fat 24 g
Calories from Fat 44 %
Calories 495
Dietary Exchange:
Fat 2-1/2
Meat 4
Vegetable 2
Starch 1-1/2


This recipe appears in: Mexican