Spicy Cheesy Grilled Delight
Elevate your lunch experience with this Spicy Cheesy Grilled Delight! This mouthwatering grilled cheese sandwich combines the nutty flavor of Swiss cheese with the rich creaminess of low-fat cheddar, and is enhanced by the heat of roasted jalapeños. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of taco spice, this sandwich offers a delightful crunch and gooey melty cheese in every bite. Easy to make and great for sharing, it's the perfect comfort food to satisfy your cravings while keeping it nutritious.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
white bread
2 slices (sliced)
Swiss cheese
1 ounce (made with 2% milk)
low-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup (shredded)
jalapeño
1 teaspoon (roasted and minced)
butter
2 teaspoons (softened)
reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon (mixed into butter)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter and reduced-sodium taco seasoning until well blended.
2
Spread 1/2 teaspoon of the butter mixture evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
3
Preheat a skillet over medium heat until hot.
4
Place one slice of bread in the skillet, buttered side down.
5
Layer the Swiss cheese on top, followed by the minced roasted jalapeños, and then sprinkle the shredded low-fat cheddar on top of that.
6
Place the second slice of bread on top, buttered side up, creating a sandwich.
7
Cook the sandwich until the bottom slice is golden brown and crispy, then carefully flip to cook the other side.
8
Increase the heat to medium-high if necessary and cook until the second side is golden brown and the cheeses are melted.
9
Remove from the skillet, let cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Spicy Cheesy Grilled Delight?
The Spicy Cheesy Grilled Delight is an elevated grilled cheese sandwich featuring Swiss cheese, low-fat cheddar, and roasted jalapeños with taco-seasoned butter.
What kind of bread is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for two slices of white bread.
What types of cheese are used in this sandwich?
It uses one ounce of Swiss cheese made with 2% milk and 1/4 cup of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
How is the butter prepared?
Two teaspoons of softened butter are mixed with 1/2 teaspoon of reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix.
What provides the heat in this grilled cheese?
The spicy kick comes from one teaspoon of roasted and minced jalapeños.
How do I prepare the jalapeños?
The jalapeños should be roasted and then finely minced before being added to the sandwich.
How much taco seasoning is needed?
You should use 1/2 teaspoon of reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix.
How do I apply the butter to the bread?
Spread 1/2 teaspoon of the butter and taco seasoning mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
What heat setting should I use for the skillet?
Start by preheating the skillet over medium heat until it is hot.
How should the first slice of bread be placed in the pan?
Place the first slice of bread in the skillet with the buttered side facing down.
In what order should the fillings be layered?
Layer the Swiss cheese first, followed by the minced roasted jalapeños, and then the shredded low-fat cheddar.
How is the sandwich closed?
Place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese and peppers with the buttered side facing up.
How do I know when to flip the sandwich?
Flip the sandwich once the bottom slice is golden brown and crispy.
What should I do if the cheese isn't melting?
If necessary, increase the heat to medium-high to ensure the cheeses melt while the second side browns.
How long should the sandwich cool before serving?
Let the sandwich cool for about one minute after removing it from the skillet before slicing.
Is this recipe suitable for sharing?
Yes, it is described as a great recipe for sharing and a perfect comfort food.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients: white bread, Swiss cheese, low-fat cheddar, jalapeño, butter, and taco seasoning.
What are the primary flavors of this dish?
The sandwich features nutty Swiss cheese, creamy cheddar, spicy roasted jalapeños, and savory taco seasoning.
Is this a quick recipe to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a quick meal.
What are the suggested occasions for this sandwich?
It is tagged for lunch, snacks, and as a general comfort food.
Is the taco seasoning specific?
Yes, the recipe specifically recommends using a reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix.
What kind of Swiss cheese is used?
The recipe specifies Swiss cheese made with 2% milk.
How much cheddar cheese is used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
How much butter is used per sandwich?
A total of 2 teaspoons of softened butter is used for the sandwich.
What is the texture of the finished sandwich?
It provides a delightful crunch on the outside with a gooey, melty cheese center.
Can I make this if I don't have a skillet?
A skillet is the recommended tool to achieve the golden brown and crispy texture described in the instructions.
What is the best way to slice the sandwich?
The instructions recommend slicing the sandwich in half after letting it cool for a minute.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, it contains roasted and minced jalapeños and is titled 'Spicy Cheesy Grilled Delight'.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include grilled cheese, spicy sandwich, lunch, snacks, cheesy, jalapeno, comfort food, easy recipe, quick meal, and homemade.
Does this recipe use 2% milk products?
Yes, specifically the Swiss cheese is made with 2% milk and the cheddar is low-fat.