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Not Your Mama’s Grilled Cheese
Description:
This sandwich is a little tangy from the tomatoes, a little spicy from the chipotle chilies, and just plain delicious.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 841.6 per serving
- Rating: βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Cheese, Spicy, < 30 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tomato paste |
| 3-5 | Canned chipotle chiles |
| 1 | Molasses |
| 12 | Sharp cheddar cheese |
| 18 | Plum tomatoes |
| 4 | Red onion |
| 1 | Fresh cilantro leaves |
| 1 | Butter |
| 6 | Bread slices |
Instructions:
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Blend Chipotle Mixture: In a food processor, blend together the tomato paste, canned chipotle chiles, and molasses until smooth.
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Spread Chipotle Mixture: Spread 1 tablespoon of the chipotle mixture over one side of each bread slice.
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Prepare Sandwiches: Arrange 6 slices of bread, chipotle side up, on a work surface. Divide half of the sharp cheddar cheese among the bread slices.
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Layer Ingredients: Top the cheese with sliced plum tomatoes, followed by thinly sliced red onion, fresh cilantro leaves, and the remaining cheese.
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Complete the Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of the cheese, chipotle side down, to form sandwiches.
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Butter the Sandwiches: Spread butter on the outside of both the top and bottom slices of each sandwich.
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Heat the Griddle: Heat a large griddle over medium heat until hot.
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Grill the Sandwiches: Place the assembled sandwiches on the griddle and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes on each side.
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Adjust Heat: Keep the heat on medium to low to prevent the bread from burning while ensuring the cheese melts perfectly.
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Serve: Enjoy the sandwiches warm from the griddle for the best flavor and texture.
This recipe offers a tantalizing twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich, incorporating bold flavors and a spicy kick from the chipotle chilies. It’s a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack, ready in under 30 minutes. With its gooey melted cheese, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro, it’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.
