Queso Flameado

Ingredients

Chorizo

8 ounces, casings removed

Monterey Jack cheese

2 cups, shredded

Cheddar cheese

1 cup, shredded

Onion

1 medium, diced

Bell pepper

1 medium, diced

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Tomato

1 medium, diced

Jalapeno

1, seeded and diced (adjust for heat preference)

Cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)

Tortillas

8, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, approximately 4-5 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomato and jalapeno to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
5. Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and mix well with the sautéed vegetables. Remove from heat.
6. In an oven-safe dish, layer half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese on the bottom.
7. Spread the chorizo and vegetable mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
8. Top with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese and the shredded cheddar cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with warm tortillas for dipping.