Meal Kit
Butternut Squash Quesadillas
With Black Bean Soup and Colby-Jack Cheese
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 7 days
Contains: Milk
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Vegetarian
Chef
Carrie Madormo
The unmistakably sweet, rich flavor of butternut squash screams fall. We've paired this seasonal favorite with gooey Colby-Jack cheese and Mexican spices, nestled it in soft flour tortillas, and served alongside zesty black bean soup for a modern twist on the satisfying soup-and-sandwich combo.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 15½ oz. Canned Black Beans
- 8 oz. Butternut Squash, Cubed
- 1 Yellow Onion
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2 oz. Cheddar-Jack Cheese, Shredded
- 4 Cilantro Sprigs
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp. Smoked Paprika
- ¼ tsp. Cumin
- 1½ tsp. Dark Chili Powder
- 4 6" Corn Tortillas
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Nutrition (per serving) BqBQp0Pm
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Calories390
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Carbohydrates67g
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Net Carbs59g
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Fat7g
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Protein20g
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Sodium390mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Large Pan
- 1 Large Pot
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Thoroughly rinse produce and pat dry. Dice onion. Mince garlic. Stem and finely chop cilantro.
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2 Cook the Butternut Squash
In a large pan over medium heat, add cubed butternut squash, smoked paprika, and 1/2 cup water. Cover and steam until squash is tender, about 8 minutes. Reserve squash and wipe pan clean.
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3 Prepare the Black Bean Soup
Heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil and onion in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté, stirring frequently, 7 minutes, then add garlic, cumin, and chili powder and cook for one additional minute. Scoop out 1/4 cup of mixture and reserve. Add black beans and 2 cups water to remaining mixture and bring to a boil. Salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
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4 Make the Quesadillas
With back of a fork, gently mash butternut squash. Add reserved onion mixture and stir. Place two corn tortillas in previously used large pan over medium heat. Spread each with half of squash mixture and sprinkle each with cheese. Top each with the remaining corn tortillas and toast about 3 minutes per side, until cheese is melted.
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5 Plate the Dish
Arrange a quesadilla on each plate. Add a cup of black bean soup on the side. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
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