Taco Grilled Cheese
A fusion of classic grilled cheese and flavorful taco fillings, featuring seasoned beef, melty cheese, and golden buttery bread for a quick, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Total Time: 18–20 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb (225 g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup diced onion (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp salsa or taco sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 bread slices
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- Jalapeños, sliced (optional)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cook ground beef and diced onion (if using) in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer until thickened.
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Heat a clean skillet over medium-low heat. Place one bread slice buttered side down.
- Add shredded cheese, taco meat, and optional jalapeños.
- Top with more cheese and the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook until the bottom is golden, then flip and cook until the cheese is melted and both sides are crisp.
- Slice and serve with sour cream or salsa.
Notes
- Use mayonnaise instead of butter for extra crispiness.
- Add a mix of cheeses for a richer melt.
- Use leftover taco meat to save time.
- Cook on low heat to melt cheese without burning the bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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