Best Mexican Layered Sandwich Recipes

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MEXICAN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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A little salsa goes a long way in these quick, no-fuss sandwiches. Perked up with sweet peppers, they're tasty, fun and ideal on busy weeknights. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
8 slices rye bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 cup fresh salsa, well drained
3/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute peppers in oil until tender. Spread 4 bread slices with mayonnaise. Layer with peppers, salsa and cheese. Top with remaining bread. Butter outsides of sandwiches., In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sandwiches for 2-4 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 892mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

MEXICAN LAYERED SANDWICHES



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Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup guacamole
4 pita bread (6 inches in diameter)
6 ounces thinly sliced cooked turkeys
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (3 ounces)
creamy salsa
CREAMY SALSA
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon salsa
1 tablespoon chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Spread guacamole over pita breads. Top with turkey, lettuce, tomato and cheese. Top with Creamy Salsa. Sprinkle with sliced ripe olives or chopped green onions, if desired.Mix all ingredients.1 SANDWICH: Calories 385 (Calories from Fat 135) Fat 15g (Saturated 7g) Cholesterol 60mg Sodium 660mg Carbohydrates 40g (Dietary Fiber 3g) Protein 25g.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

CHEESY LAYERED MEXICAN BAKE



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Enjoy this cheesy Mexican lasagna that's made with sausage, beef and beans - a hearty dinner. Use 2 cups thawed Make-Ahead Seasoned Ground Beef and Sausage to save time in the kitchen.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb bulk spicy pork sausage
1/2 lb ground beef round
1 can (15 oz) ranch-style pinto beans, drained
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of celery soup
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
9 soft corn tortillas (6 inch)
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or pepper Jack cheese (8 oz)
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 medium avocado, chopped
Sour cream, if desired
Fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in beans, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, stir together soups and enchilada sauce. Cook over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.
  • Spoon one-third of the sauce into baking dish; top with 3 of the tortillas. Spoon half of the meat mixture over tortillas; top with another one-third of the sauce and 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Top with 3 tortillas. Repeat layers with remaining meat mixture, sauce, Cheddar cheese and tortillas. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Cover loosely with foil. Bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Top with tomato, onions, avocado and dollop of sour cream. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 7 1/2 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1637 mg

MEXICAN LAYERED SANDWICH



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Dinner ready in 30 minutes! Enjoy layered turkey sandwich in a new way - a delightful meal. Perfect if you love Mexican cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 flour tortillas (8 inches in diameter)
2 large lettuce leaves, shredded (1/2 cup)
1/2 pound thinly sliced cooked turkey
1/2 cup purchased spicy guacamole
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
3 medium green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
1/4 cup sour cream
Salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Place 1 tortilla on serving platter. Top with lettuce, half of the turkey and another tortilla.
  • Reserve 1 tablespoon guacamole; spread remaining guacamole evenly over second tortilla. Sprinkle with half each of the cheese, olives, bell pepper and green onions.
  • Top with third tortilla and remaining turkey; sprinkle with cilantro. Top with remaining tortilla. Spread sour cream evenly over sandwich. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, olives, bell pepper and green onions. Top with reserved guacamole.
  • Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours. To serve, cut into 6 wedges. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

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