QUESO FUNDIDO w/CHORIZO, JALAPENO & CILANTRO

By BobD

Ingredients

• 7 ounces dried chorizo, diced small
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 2 scallions, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, grated
• Sliced bread, if serving as sandwiches
• Extra virgin olive oil, if serving as sandwiches
• Tortilla chips, if serving as dip
• Lime wedges, if serving as dip.

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from nytimes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chorizo and cook, stirring, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes.

2. In a medium bowl, mix the jalapeño, cilantro, scallions and salt. Add the cheese and toss well.

3. If serving as dip, skip to Step 4. If serving as sandwiches: drizzle slices of bread with oil and brown in a toaster oven. Top with chorizo, then the cheese mixture. Return to toaster oven and toast until bubbling.

4. If serving as dip: heat the broiler. Combine the chorizo and cheese mixture and pour into a shallow baking or gratin dish. Broil until melted and bubbling, about 4 to 5 minutes. Serve with the chips and lime wedges on the side.