Yam Quesadillas

A great twist on a classic food! These make great appetizers, a fantastic late night snack, or a great light dinner paired with a snazzy salad. Try adding black beans for an extra twist!

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups onions, minced
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 2  teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried marjoram
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 4  cups  cooked mashed  yams (or, 3 c. cooked mashed yams and 1 c. black beans)
• 8  whole wheat tortillas
• 1  cup  finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
•  salsa (optional)
•  sour cream (to garnish) (optional)

Directions

1. Saute onion and garlic in olive oil in medium skillet till translucent. Add oregano, basil, marjoram, chili powder, and cumin and cook another minute, till fragrant. Add mashed yams (and beans, if using) and stir till well combined and heated through.
2. Lay tortillas out on work surface. Spread 1/2 cup filling on half of each tortilla, leaving a 1-cm border at the edge. Sprinkle each tortilla with 2 tablespoons cheese and fold over, pressing slightly to spread filling to edges. Place quesadillas on lightly oiled baking sheets. Brush tops with olive oil. Bake at 400 F for 15-20 minutes, till lightly browned.
3. Serve with salsa and sour cream if desired. Serves 8 as a main/side dish, 32 as an appetizer.