Mexican Grilled Cheese
This delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich combines gooey melted cheese with zesty Mexican flavors, making it a perfect comfort food option for any meal.
Equipment
- 1 non-stick skillet or frying pan
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 grater (optional)
Ingredients
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1 medium jalapeño thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 medium tomato sliced
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread generously.
- On the unbuttered side of 4 slices, layer the Monterey Jack cheese, crumbled queso fresco, jalapeño slices (if using), tomato slices, and avocado slices. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top the sandwiches with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing up.
- Once the skillet is hot, place the sandwiches in the pan in batches if necessary. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the bottom side is golden and crispy.
- Carefully flip the sandwiches with a spatula and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the other side is also golden and the cheese has melted.
- Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute before slicing in half. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize your grilled cheese by adding other ingredients such as black beans or roasted corn for extra flavor.
Serve with a side of salsa or a simple green salad for a complete meal.