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Melted Cheese with Chorizo: A Flavor-Packed Delight!

A delicious and creamy melted cheese dish combined with flavorful chorizo, perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or warm tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces chorizo casings removed and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes fresh or canned, drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips or warm tortillas for serving

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
  2. In the same skillet, add the olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is melted and creamy.
  4. Add the cooked chorizo back into the skillet along with the diced tomatoes, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or warm tortillas for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of the recipeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute the chorizo with sautéed mushrooms or black beans.

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