Jalapeño Cheese Squares (Printable Version)
Savory squares bursting with cheddar, Monterey Jack, smoky bacon, and spicy jalapeños for a flavorful bite.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Cheese
01 -
454 g sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
02 -
454 g Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
→ Meat & Spices
03 -
120 ml crumbled cooked bacon
04 -
120 ml diced pickled jalapeños
→ Dry Ingredients
05 -
64 g all-purpose flour
→ Wet Ingredients
06 -
425 ml evaporated milk
07 -
2 large eggs
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Combine shredded sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack cheeses, crumbled bacon, and diced pickled jalapeños in a large bowl; stir until evenly distributed.
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Whisk evaporated milk, all-purpose flour, and eggs together in a separate bowl until the mixture is smooth.
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Pour the wet mixture over the cheese and bacon blend, then stir thoroughly to integrate all ingredients evenly.
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Grease a 23×33 cm baking dish and spread the cheesy mixture evenly within it.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the baked squares to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into 12 even portions.
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Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
To reduce spiciness, decrease the amount of jalapeños used.
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For best texture and flavor, shred cheese fresh.
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Store leftovers refrigerated for up to three days.