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Cheesy Butter Flour Tortillas

Cultural Context

Flour tortillas are a staple in Mexican cuisine, often used for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. The addition of cheese and butter creates a rich, flavorful variation that enhances their versatility. Today, these cheesy tortillas are enjoyed in many homes across the U.S., showcasing the blend of traditional Mexican flavors with American tastes.

MexicanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup butter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine can be more affordable and provides similar texture.

1

Melt the butter.

2

Add flour and water until a dough forms that is good enough to shape.

3

Drop in the cheese and fold it over the dough, similar to making a dumpling.

4

Roll out the dough until it's pretty flat.

5

Heat a pan over medium heat.

6

Drop the tortilla into the pan.

7

After about two minutes, flip it over and heat the other side.

8

Use a flat spatula to press down against the tortilla while cooking.

9

Continue cooking and flipping until the tortilla has nice little spots on it.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cheese TortillasCheesy Tortillas

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