MAKE-AHEAD GRILLED CHEESE AND SALSA

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Looking for a packed lunch idea? Two types of cheese, margarine and bread are all you need to make these sandwiches that are served with Old El Paso® salsa - ready in 20 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices whole wheat bread
2 (3/4-oz.) slices American cheese
2 (3/4-oz.) slices Muenster cheese
4 teaspoons margarine or butter, softened
1/3 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Top 2 slices of the bread with cheese. Place remaining slices of bread over cheese. Spread top of bread slices with half of the margarine.
  • Place sandwiches, margarine side down, in large skillet. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Spread top of sandwiches with remaining margarine. Turn sandwiches; cook 2 to 4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove sandwiches from skillet; place on cutting board. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Cut sandwiches into strips or triangles. Wrap in plastic wrap or place in food storage plastic bags. Store in refrigerator.
  • Pack cold wrapped sandwiches in 2 lunch bags with ice packs. Divide salsa into 2 small plastic containers with lids. Place in lunch bags.
  • At lunch time, dip sandwiches in salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1010 mg, Sugar 5 g

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