Best 4 Southwest Borscht And Texmex Grilled Cheese Recipes

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**Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese and Southwest Borscht: A Culinary Fusion Adventure**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey that blends the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex and the hearty warmth of Eastern European cuisine. Discover two extraordinary recipes that bring together the best of both worlds: a mouthwatering Tex-Mex grilled cheese sandwich and a flavorful Southwest-inspired borscht. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of bold flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Our easy-to-follow recipes guide you through every step, ensuring a delightful and successful cooking experience. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your kitchen, and let's dive into this exciting culinary fusion adventure!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWEST CHEESE GRITS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 3/4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 ounce canned jalapenos, diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup grits
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup grated Cheddar
1 cup grated Monterey jack
1 cup diced green peppers
1 cup diced onions
3.5 ounces canned pimentos, drained
6 ounces sugar-cured ham or deli ham, diced
1/4 cup diced scallions
1/4 cup diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a large pan, combine 3 1/2 cups of water, the butter, jalapenos, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper and bring it to a boil. Add the grits and stir. Reduce the heat to medium and continue stirring until the grits start to thicken. Add the sour cream, half of the Cheddar, and half of the Monterey jack and stir until creamy.
  • Preheat the oven broiler.
  • In a small skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup water, green peppers, onions, and pimentos and cook over high heat until tender. Pour the grits mixture into a large flameproof casserole dish and top it with the cooked vegetables and ham. Add the remaining cheese on top and broil in the oven until the cheese is melted. Garnish each serving with scallions and tomatoes and serve immediately.

SOUTHWEST BORSCHT AND TEX/MEX GRILLED CHEESE



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This is soup and a sandwich, adult style. You won't get a tastier version in a restaurant, and this is easy and inexpensive but full of flavor. The sweetness of the beets goes well with the smokiness of the cumin and the tang of the green chile. You can use any artisan bread you like for the sandwich. We like rye bread because it goes with the borscht. Feel free to experiment.

Provided by pamela t.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beets
2 carrots
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups napa cabbage, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt, to taste
8 slices rye bread
8 slices mozzarella cheese
8 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup green chili pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons diced pimientos

Steps:

  • Using a food processor, shred beets, carrots, cabbage and green onions. Add to a large cooking pot
  • Add beet juice, chicken broth, rosemary and butter.
  • cook on low heat for 40 minutes
  • Add in lemon juice
  • Spoon into 4 bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
  • For the sandwich.
  • Butter 4 slices of bread. Combine all six of the ingredients above to make the basil mayo. Spread the mayo on unbuttered side of the bread. Place an iron skillet on the burner at medium heat. Add olive oil.
  • Add one slice of pepper jack and one slice of mozzarella to each slice, place in hot skillet
  • Butter 2 other slices of bread. Put butter side UP on the top of each sandwich.
  • Cook about 2-3 minutes until brown. Using a spatula, carefully turn each sandwich over and cook 2-3 more minutes. Remove from pan. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing in half.
  • Serve with the soup and dip, if you like.

TEX-MEX CHEESESTEAK SANDWICHES



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We adore cheesesteak sandwiches and anything with southwestern flavor, so I combined the two. If you crave even more firepower, add chopped jalapenos. -Joan Hallford, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated beef tips with gravy
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 banana pepper, cut into strips
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 whole wheat hoagie buns, split
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon chili powder, optional
8 slices pepper jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Heat beef tips with gravy according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in salt and pepper., Place buns on a baking sheet, cut side up. Mix mayonnaise and, if desired, chili powder; spread on roll bottoms. Layer with beef tips, onion mixture and cheese. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted and buns are toasted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 36g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SOUTHWEST GRILLED CHEESE



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Chow down on the Southwest Grilled Cheese. What gives our grilled cheese its Southwest style? Black bean salsa. Fresh cilantro. And melted habanero cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Bread

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices sourdough bread
2 Tbsp. black bean salsa
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
1 tsp. fresh cilantro
1 KRAFT Big Slice Hot Habanero Cheese Slice
1 Tbsp. olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat panini grill.
  • Fill bread slices with salsa, turkey, cilantro and cheese.
  • Brush outside of sandwich with oil.
  • Grill 2 to 3 min. or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 930 mg, Carbohydrate 41 g, Fiber 0.5093 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 15 g

Tips:

  • When preparing the Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese, use a flavorful cheese blend that melts well, such as a combination of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and pepper Jack. Experiment with different types and combinations of cheeses to find your favorite.
  • To make the Southwest Borscht, use fresh, ripe vegetables for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh beets, you can use canned or jarred beets, but fresh beets will give the soup a more vibrant color and flavor.
  • Both recipes are easily customizable to your taste preferences. For example, you can add more or less spice to the Southwest Borscht, or add different toppings to the Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese, such as avocado, salsa, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

These two recipes are a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of the Southwest and Tex-Mex cuisines. The Southwest Borscht is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day, while the Tex-Mex Grilled Cheese is a quick and easy lunch or dinner option that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these two a try - you won't be disappointed!

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