Umbrian Enchiladas

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Tod Dimmick












Creamy Ricotta is a great frame for fresh herb flavors

Prep time:10 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Serves: 4

3 TB olive oil
4 large whole wheat tortillas (12") or 6-8 small ones
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1 cup caramelized onions
1 cup roasted peppers, chopped into 1/2" pieces
1/2 fresh basil leaves, chopped
4-6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp chili powder

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix the ricotta, mozzarella, onions, peppers, and herbs in a bowl. Take about 1/4 of the cheese mixture and, with a two spoons or rubber spatulas, take about 1/4 of the cheese mixture and arrange in a narrow row on about 1/3 of the way in from one side of the tortilla. Take the small side of the tortilla over the filling, and continue to roll into a tube. Cook for about 8 minutes, turning several times to brown evenly. Divide between 4 plates and serve with sour cream.

Variations: These can be cooked in the oven in a covered container, 350F for 15-20 minutes. And go a little crazy with the herbs. I did not try cilantro, but I bet it would taste great.

Served up by Tod Dimmick,
AKA "The Foodie" at 1000radishes

Tuscan Quesadillas

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Tod Dimmick











While the title implies a collision of food traditions, the result is pretty tasty.

Prep time:10 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Serves: 4

3 TB olive oil
4 soft whole wheat tortillas (8-10")
2 cups (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese, or the equivalent amount of sliced fresh mozzarella
1 cup caramelized onions
1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp chili powder

Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. While skillet is heating, layer a tortilla with 1/4 of the cheese, half of the onions, and half of the basil. Sprinkle half of the chili powder over the basil. Top with 1/4 of the cheese, another tortilla, and place in the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes or until the tortilla is crisp and browned, and then carefully turn. Cook for another 2-4 minutes or until that side is crisp, and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to cook another quesadilla. Slice into sections and divide between 4 plates.

These are tasty as they are, but even better with the traditional accouterments such as salsa and sour cream.

Served up by Tod Dimmick,
AKA "The Foodie" at 1000radishes