MINI GRILLED CHEESE

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If you're looking for a fantastic make-ahead snack, try these miniature grilled cheese sandwiches. They're nice to have in the freezer for lunch with soup or a salad. My family loves to nibble on them anytime. -Anita Curtis, Camarillo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 jars (5 ounces each) sharp American cheese spread, softened
1 large egg
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1/4 cup salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 loaves (1-1/2 pounds each) thinly sliced sandwich bread, crusts removed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter, cheese spread and egg until smooth. Stir in chiles, salsa and cheddar cheese. Spread about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on each slice of 1 loaf of bread. , Top with remaining bread; spread with more cheese mixture. Cut each sandwich into 4 squares or triangles; place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. , Freeze option: Place cooled appetizers on a baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour. Remove from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container in the freezer until needed. To bake frozen, place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.