Chef Tagan Engel

Cooking for Kids. How to cook simple delicious and healthy food that kids will eat.

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 Tortilla Pizzas

4 Whole wheat flour tortillas or 6 corn tortillas
6 oz Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese (block, not shredded)
1 can Beans*- rinsed and drained
2 cups Vegetables of your choice, fresh or frozen: spinach, corn, peas, peppers, broccoli, etc.

Preheat oven to 450 degrees

Line 2 baking sheets with foil (optional) and rub with oil. Place tortillas on the baking sheet in a single layer.
Top tortillas with beans and vegetables. Leave some space between the toppings so the cheese can melt down into them and get crispy and delicious.
Using a vegetable peeler, slice long thin strips of cheese off of the block. This technique allows you to use less cheese than cutting with a knife, and is easier than cleaning a grater. Top each tortilla with a single layer of cheese. Place pans in the oven until cheese is melted and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Finished tortillas can either be sliced in triangular wedges like a "pizza" or folded into quesadillas or tacos. The tacos work especially well with the corn tortillas: top them with a dollop of yogurt, some shredded lettuce and hot sauce. Salsa, pickled onions and guacamole are also great additions.

Some great combinations are:

black bean, corn, broccoli
spinach, tomato, black bean
red bean, peppers, corn, spinach
or for something a little different try: turkey, apple, broccoli and cheddar