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Squash blossom quesadillas with epazote!

Treat your tastebuds to an exquisite flavor combination with this simple dish that embodies tradition! These delightful squash blossom quesadillas are elevated with home made tortillas and melted cheese and the incomparable addition of fresh epazote and garden fresh squash blooms!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 quesadillas
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 fresh squash blossoms depending on size 1 bloom for every quesadilla
  • 6 Tortillas I used handmade tortillas (follow instructions o masa package) / ready made will work as well
  • 1 small block Queso Oaxaca or any melting cheese will work
  • 3 sprigs Epazote fresh

Method
 

  1. Start by removing blossoms from the stem..gently rinse and pat dry ( discard center stem)
  2. Place desired amount of cheese on tortilla over a comal (griddle) add on 2-3 leaves of epazote and one squash bloom
  3. Heat until melted and serve with a side of salsa.