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Chorizo & Manchego Grilled Cheese – Spanish-Inspired Delight

15-Minute Chorizo & Manchego Grilled Cheese Bliss


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A Spanish-inspired grilled cheese sandwich featuring spicy chorizo and creamy Manchego cheese. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 slices of rustic bread
  • 150g chorizo, thinly sliced
  • 100g Manchego cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Butter one side of each bread slice.
  3. Layer chorizo and Manchego cheese between the unbuttered sides of two bread slices.
  4. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts.
  5. Optional: Rub garlic on the toasted bread for extra flavor.
  6. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality chorizo for best results.
  • Adjust cheese quantity to your preference.
  • Pair with a simple tomato soup for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Chorizo, Manchego, Grilled Cheese, Spanish, Sandwich