Ingredients
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
4 spicy Italian sausages
2 c. tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, grated
1 tbsp. chili powder
8 Small flour tortillas
3 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
1/2 c. crumbled Cotija cheese
1/2 c. chopped parsley
Preparation
Step 1In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Prick sausages with a fork and brown on all sides until cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate to rest for 2 to 3 minutes, then cut into 1/4" slices on a diagonal. Set aside.Step 2Meanwhile, in a sauce pan over medium heat, warm tomato sauce, garlic, and chili powder. Simmer for 2 minutes and keep warm.Step 3In a large skillet over medium-low heat, drizzle olive oil and add 1 flour tortilla; fill half the tortilla with a handful of Monterey Jack, a layer of sliced sausages, and more cheese, then fold tortilla over to create a half moon. Cook until cheese is melted. Repeat for remaining tortillas.Step 4Top each quesadilla with spicy tomato sauce and Cotija and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
