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Get ready for a delicious flavor twist with this savory-sweet quesadilla that pairs caramelized onions, crispy apples, melted cheese, and pecans in a golden tortilla. The star of the show is the slow-caramelized onions, which take about 20 minutes but create the perfect foundation for this autumn-inspired dish. Once your filling is ready, the whole quesadilla comes together quickly in about 10 minutes in the oven, making it an easy lunch or snack that's surprisingly sophisticated.
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Caramelized onions are the foundation
Sauté the sliced onion in butter. Add salt, thyme, sugar and a splash of brandy. Stir occasionally and let the onion slowly caramelize until golden. The smell is heavenly!
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Filling the tortilla
Preheat your oven to 200°C. Place the tortilla on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. On one half, layer the grated cheese, fresh spinach, apple slices, the caramelized onion and chopped pecans. Sprinkle a little more cheese over the top.
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Fold and get ready for the oven
Carefully fold the tortilla in half and brush the top with melted butter. This is what gives it that beautifully crispy, golden finish once baked. This small trick makes a big difference!
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