40 Monterey Jack Recipes Nobody Can Resist

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40 Monterey Jack Recipes Nobody Can Resist1/40 Fold-Over Tortilla Bake 48 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fold-Over Tortilla Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s something a little different to shake up taco night. But don’t reserve this zippy dish for a weeknight—it’s perfect for potlucks and serving company, too. something a little different from the usual tacos. It’s special enough for potlucks or dinner guests. —Deborah Smith, DeWitt, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 2 tortillas: 473 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1138mg sodium, 38g

carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein

carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. 2/40 Chiles Rellenos Squares 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chiles Rellenos Squares Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family requests this chiles rellenos dish regularly—it’s easy to prepare and makes a nice hors d’oeuvre or complement to a Mexican or Spanish meal. A friend I worked with shared the recipe with me several years ago. —Fran Carll, Long Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 130 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 214mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0

sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 3/40 Party Cheese Bread 43 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can’t go wrong with this recipe. The cheesy, butter bread is so simple to make but the taste is sinful. Plus it looks fantastic, and people just flock to it! It’s better than the usual garlic bread too. —Karen Grant, Tulare, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 237 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.

A chicken club pizza topped with lettuce, tomatoes and dressing?

4/40 Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A chicken club pizza topped with lettuce, tomatoes and dressing? You’re in for a treat! Vegetables give the cheesy crust a cool crunch. —Debbie Reid, Clearwater, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 444 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 939mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. 5/40 Turkey Melt 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Melt Recipe photo by

They stack up in about 10 minutes, honestly

Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When days feel rushed, these sandwiches with turkey and green chiles are one of my favorite standbys. They stack up in about 10 minutes, honestly. —Leah Carter, San Pedro, California Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 428 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1146mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. 6/40 Texas-Style Lasagna 16 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Jim Wieland For Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to

This colorful antipasto salad is a tasty crowd-pleaser

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With its spicy flavor, this dish is a real crowd-pleaser. It’s wonderful with side servings of picante sauce, guacamole and tortilla chips.— Effie Gish, Fort Worth, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 349 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1041mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. 7/40 Antipasto Pasta Salad 33 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Homemade Antipasto Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 32 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This colorful antipasto salad is a tasty crowd-pleaser. Guests love the homemade dressing,

which is a nice change from bottled Italian

which is a nice change from bottled Italian. — Linda Harrington, Windham, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 396 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein. 8/40 Mexican Corn Chowder 94 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family

enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite!

enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite! —Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 368 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 753mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. 9/40 Farmer’s Casserole 96 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Farmer’s Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Between family and friends, we average 375 visitors a year! This casserole is super handy—you can put it together the night before and let the

flavors blend, then bake it in the morning

flavors blend, then bake it in the morning. —Nancy Schmidt, Center, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. 10/40 Hearty Italian Sandwiches 8 Reviews Hearty Italian Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been making this sweet and spicy sandwich filling for 35 years. It smells as good as it tastes! It’s a great reward for a hungry family after a day working or playing outdoors.

You just can’t make an easier, more delicious side dish than this

—Elaine Krupsky, Las Vegas, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 587 calories, 30g fat (10g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 1251mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein. 11/40 Spinach Souffle 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spinach Souffle Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You just can’t make an easier, more delicious side dish than this. It’s great with beef, pork and lamb, and I especially like serving it for a festive occasion like New Year’s Eve. —Bette Duffy, Kenmore, Washington Nutrition Facts:

You’ll be surprised at how fast you can prepare it

1/2 cup: 375 calories, 33g fat (20g saturated fat), 228mg cholesterol, 630mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. 12/40 Shrimp Monterey 75 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Monterey Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a special occasion or when company’s coming, this delicious seafood dish makes a lasting impression. You’ll be surprised at how fast you can prepare it. A mild, fresh-tasting sauce and the Monterey Jack cheese nicely complement the shrimp, I serve it over pasta or rice. —Jane

They also make an excellent lunch on the go

Birch Edison, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 cup shrimp mixture: 321 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 228mg cholesterol, 437mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. 13/40 Beef ‘n’ Cheese Wraps 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beef ‘n’ Cheese Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These make-ahead wraps are delicious, portable and ideal for picnics and tailgates. Enjoy them whole or slice them into 1-inch pieces to serve them as an appetizer. They also make an excellent lunch on the go. —Sue

And we’ve enjoyed a variety of delicious recipes, including this one

Sibson, Howard, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 whole wrap: 657 calories, 35g fat (20g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 1431mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 38g protein. 14/40 Beef and Spinach Skillet 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Over the years, I’ve tried to instill a love of cooking in our seven children. And we’ve enjoyed a variety of delicious recipes, including this one. – Nancy Robaidek, Krakow, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 351 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 872mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. 15/40 Margarita Chicken Quesadillas 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Margarita Chicken Quesadillas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 wedges Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Quesadillas have never tasted as good as when they are filled with slightly sweet onions and peppers and topped with lime butter and salt. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This version is the perfect recipe for a summer party—or a fantastic way to bring a little bit of summer into the cold winter months. —Stephanie Bright, Simpsonville, South Carolina

Shrimp and crab cooked with a flavorful sauce add up to outstanding enchiladas

Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 204 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein. 16/40 Creamy Seafood Enchiladas 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Seafood Enchiladas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Shrimp and crab cooked with a flavorful sauce add up to outstanding enchiladas. I made them for an annual fundraiser, and now they’re always in demand. Spice up the recipe to your taste by adding more green chiles and salsa. —Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska Nutrition

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