Lunch
Make Ahead Grilled Cheese and Salsa
Description
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 salsa - ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 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 thick & chunky salsa
Directions:
- 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.
