Best Make Ahead Grilled Cheese And Salsa Recipes

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30 BEST GRILLED CHEESES TO TRY TODAY



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Up your lunch game with these grilled cheese recipes! From short rib to taco to Philly cheesesteak, these gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches are sure to please.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 30

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Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a grilled cheese in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SALSA



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I know summer has arrived when I make this grilled chicken dish with all its fresh ingredients. The colorful salsa is bursting with zesty flavor. -Julie Simpson, North Aurora, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings (3 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
TOMATO-PINEAPPLE SALSA:
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINI GRILLED CHEESE



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If you're looking for a fantastic make-ahead snack, try these miniature grilled cheese sandwiches. They're nice to have in the freezer for lunch with soup or a salad. My family loves to nibble on them anytime. -Anita Curtis, Camarillo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
2 jars (5 ounces each) sharp American cheese spread, softened
1 large egg
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1/4 cup salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 loaves (1-1/2 pounds each) thinly sliced sandwich bread, crusts removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, cheese spread and egg until smooth. Stir in chiles, salsa and cheddar cheese. Spread about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on each slice of 1 loaf of bread. , Top with remaining bread; spread with more cheese mixture. Cut each sandwich into 4 squares or triangles; place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. , Freeze option: Place cooled appetizers on a baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour. Remove from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container in the freezer until needed. To bake frozen, place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MAKE AHEAD CHEESE ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This tasty casserole makes a quick dinner when made the night before and popped into the oven when you get home from work.

Provided by Denise in da Kitchen

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
15 ounces tomato sauce
2/3 cup water
1/3 cup green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 garlic clove, minced
8 flour tortillas
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix Monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, sour cream, parsley, salt and pepper; Set aside.
  • Combine tomato sauce, water, green pepper, chili powder, oregano, cumin and garlic and heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes; Pour into a 9-inch ungreased pie pan.
  • Dip each tortilla into sauce to coat both sides.
  • Spoon about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture onto each tortilla.
  • Roll tortilla around filling.
  • Arrange the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a 13 x 7 inch baking dish.
  • Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas.
  • Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheddar cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350°F for about 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbling.
  • Garnish with sour cream and sliced black olives.
  • **NOTE: After sprinkling with cheese, you may cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours then bake uncovered in 350°F oven for 35 minutes.

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