Maella

Ingredients

For the Cheese Sauce

For the Quesadillas

Directions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter and mix in the flour to make a roux and cook for 1 minute until golden.

  2. 2

    Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Stir on the heat until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in the grated cheese, cream cheese, salt & pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.

  4. 4

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pan until very hot.

  5. 5

    Season the steak slices with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear the steak slices for 3-4 minutes until browned. Set aside on a plate.

  6. 6

    In the same pan, add 1 tbsp olive oil. SautΓ© the peppers and onions until slightly caramelized, then add the steak back in for a minute, don’t overcook it.

  7. 7

    Lay a flour tortilla on a clean surface. Spread a thin layer of cheese sauce on half of the tortilla.

  8. 8

    Add the steak mix, a few coriander leaves and the jalapenos (if using) and sprinkle with the grated cheese on top.

  9. 9

    Fold the tortilla over to seal and pan fry until golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.

  10. 10

    Slice each quesadilla into 4 wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa, enjoy!