Best Mexican Cheese Squares Recipes

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MEXICAN CHEESE SQUARES



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One of the easiest, most enjoyed party recipe I've ever made. There are NEVER any left, even if I double or triple the recipe. "Oh, the power of cheese!" These can be made ahead and freeze well.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 1 9x9 inch pan, 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, well-drained
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated or shredded (4 cups)
6 eggs, slightly beaten or 1 1/2 cups egg substitute
2 tablespoons diced pickled jalapenos (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spread green chilis (and jalapenos, if using) in bottom of pan.
  • Sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
  • Sprinkle cheese over green chili peppers.
  • Pour beaten eggs over all.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes or until firm in the center.
  • Cool.
  • Cut into 1-inch squares and serve hot or at room temperature.
  • ***These freeze beautifully.
  • To serve, thaw, microwave on defrost until warm.
  • Cool.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

MEXICAN CHEESE SQUARES



MEXICAN CHEESE SQUARES image

Categories     Cheese     Egg     Appetizer     Bake

Yield 15-20 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 8

Nonstick cooking spray
6 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper sauce
3 (4-ounce) cans diced green chiles, with juice
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack
1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Spray a 12 by 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a bowl, add the eggs, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper sauce. Mix together well. Add the chiles and both cheeses to a large bowl. Pour the liquid ingredients into the cheese mixture and stir well. Pat the mixture down into the prepared baking dish and bake until the center is firm, about 45 minutes. Allow to cool, then cut into small squares and serve.

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