California Dreamin' Quesadillas

• 8 slices bacon, frozen
• 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas (white, wheat, spinach)
• 8 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, grated
• 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 8 -10 dried figs or 8 -10 apricots, diced
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika

1. Preheat oven to 425.
2. Let bacon thaw slightly then dice.
3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake 10-12 minutes, or until bacon is browned and crisp.
4. Remove from oven and blot dry on paper towels.
5. Lay 4 tortillas on the counter and spread 1/3 cup cheese over each.
6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup bacon over cheese.
7. Toss avocado slices in lemon juice, then spread evenly over bacon, followed by the dried fruit.
8. Sprinkle another 1/3 cup cheese over top and a little smoked paprika.
9. Slide one of the cheese-covered tortillas onto a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
10. Place one of the remaining tortillas on top.
11. Press down with a wide spatula to remove any air pockets.
12. Cover and cook 1-2 minutes, checking frequently, until bottom tortilla is crisp and browned.
13. Turn over, cover, and cook 1-2 minutes more, or until lightly browned.
14. Repeat this process for remaining quesadillas.
15. Cut into wedges and serve immediately.

bacon, flour tortillas, pepper cheese, avocados, lemon juice, paprika

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/california-dreamin-quesadillas-493336 (may not work)