8 Easy Tortilla Recipes Anyone Can Whip Up

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Feb 08, 2016 08:20 AM EST

The tortilla has come a long way from being just a Mexican dish to a diverse, any-meal type of ingredient that can be used for snacks and even desserts. Check out these amazingly easy recipes that you can make using tortillas, whether it's for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks.

1. Tortilla French Toast. Bring a Mexican twist to the usual French toast by using a tortilla as a crepe. This 10-minute recipe requires egg, milk and vanilla mixture to be put together before adding sugar and cinnamon. Dip each tortilla in the mixture on both sides until fully covered before placing it on a hot griddle. You can even slide in some sliced strawberries, bananas, nuts, or any of your favorite fruits. Get the full recipe at Healthy Recipes.

2. Mexican Quiche. Here's another breakfast/brunch staple that you can put a Mexican spin on: the quiche. Take a six-inch flour tortilla and heat it about 45 seconds on a skillet (starting it cold). Once hot, place it on a greased 15-ounce casserole and top with 1/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Use the same skillet to cook three ounces of bulk pork sausage and green pepper until cooked. Drain well and spoon it over the tortilla and cheese in casserole. In a bowl, combine one egg, 1/4 cup milk, light cream or half-and-half, and 1/8 teaspoon salt and mix well. Pour the egg mixture into the casserole and top off with cheese before baking in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Serve with salsa and cilantro (optional). For more details, visit Recipe.

3. Taco Salad in Tortilla Bowl. This is a classic that's best for any time of the week. They're easy and fun to make, especially with the family gathered around. Check out the recipe at Two Peas and Their Pod.

4. Margherita Tortilla Pizzas. Combining Italian and Mexican flavors can be tricky, but not with this delightful Margherita pizza using tortillas as a crust. Get the full recipe at Real Simple.

5. Mexican Cigars. Hosting a party? This finger food combines the crunchy goodness of asparagus and flour tortillas in a fun and delightful way. Check out the step by step process at Food.

6. Salami and Roasted Red Pepper Wraps. Consider this your new lunch favorite. It's easy to make and great for brunch, picnics, office lunches, and even travel. Get the recipe at Real Simple.

7. Grilled Strawberry Nutella Quesadilla. Everything is always better with Nutella! This four-ingredient recipe features four pieces of 6-inch flour tortillas, Nutella, sliced strawberries, and whipped cream. You can also mix it up by including other favorite fruits. Get the full recipe at Yummly.

8. Cinnamon Tortilla Sundaes. Craving for a banana split? These sugar and cinnamon dusted baked tortillas from Real Simple are super easy to make and guarantee a sweet ending to any meal. All you need are four 8-inch tortillas, two tablespoons of melted butter, a tablespoon of sugar, and a teaspoon of cinnamon, vanilla ice cream, maraschino cherries, chopped peanuts, and hot fudge sauce, for serving. You can also add bananas for more flavor. Get the instructions over at Real Simple.

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