If you've never smelled fresh green chilies on the roaster, you don't know what you're missing.
Honestly, this is one of the best aromas around. It signals fall in my book and without a doubt here in Colorado the temperatures are cooling off.
Though I've harvested lots of eggplant and cucumbers, I'm still waiting for my tomatoes to ripen and I'm not sure they are going to make it.
In any case I might not be here if they do.
Tomorrow I depart for Asia and though it might not be the route of Marco Polo, it surely is the road to my heart.
All four of us will be meeting in Beijing and from there we will be travelling around China for three weeks.
I'm pretty certain I won't be seeing my tomatoes, but judging from the fact that yesterday I found a bite in one, it appears a squirrel might be getting a gourmet dinner.
The hard part about this trip, besides condensing everything into a carry on and somehow packing Alex's ski stuff to bring to him, is leaving Fall behind.
I know it will still be here when I get back, but here in Denver it is quite possible that we may have had our first hard freeze before I return.
Chances are leaves will be all over my deck and my petunias will have met their demise.
Luckily for me I've already got some green chilies in the freezer.
Whole Foods is roasting them this year and given that I haven't found the time to go buy a bushel on Federal, at least I got my first taste of fall.
Green chilies are here. Get them before they are gone. And now I'm gone...See you in a few weeks!
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Recipe
Green Chile Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 12 to 15 Minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
- Category: Main Course, Sandwich
- Cuisine: American
Description
This grilled green chile and cheese sandwich is one of my favorite Fall sandwiches. I make it when I start finding green chiles roasting on the side of the street!
Ingredients
- 2 slices of good artisan bread
- 1 T of butter
- ¼ c finely chopped scallions
- 1 - 2 T mayonnaise
- ¼ c shredded pepper jack
- ¼ c shredded sharp Cheddar
- 1 - 2 freshly roasted green chiles with skin and seeds removed
- 1 oz dried or cooked chorizo (optional)
- Pickled Onions (optional) 2 T Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano
Instructions
In a skillet large enought to hold a sandwich, melt butter over medium heat.
Add chopped scallions and cook on low while preparing sandwich.
Spread 1 T of mayonnaise on inside of both slices of bread. Place shredded pepper Jack on top of one slice of bread. Top with several slices of green chile. Top with chorizo, if using. Add a few pickled onions, if using. Top with shredded Cheddar. Place on top slice of bread.
Spread top slice with mayo or butter. Sprinkle on 1 T of grated Parmesan. Place that side in scallion butter and cook on medium low for about 6 - 8 minutes. Cover skillet loosely with a piece of foil to help keep the heat in which will also help the cheese melt better. Now spread the side on top with more mayo or butter and top with the other tablespoon of Parmesan. Cook until this smells good and then it should be ready to flip. Cook the other side for 6 - 8 minutes, pressing firmly to create a crispy, cheesy crust on each side.
Depending on the heat of your burner this should be ready in about 12 minutes and have that glorious flavor of green chiles and cheese.
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Seyma Bennett Shabbir says
I love using green chilis to make homemade mint chutney. A little sugar, mint, cilantro, green chilis, ginger, lime juice and voila!
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petite says
I use green chiles in stew especially during the fall when the weather changes.
Beth says
Great sandwich - wish I qualified for the giveaway!
Hope you're having a wonderful time in China.
Heather says
We love a good green chile stuffed burger, but they're also great in posole! Yet to try grilled cheese... Thanks, and cheers!
Juliana says
Enjoy your trip Abbe...and I look forward to hear all about it...
The grill cheese sandwich looks delicious, and yes, like the chile in it...so tasty!
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I like adding green chiles to homemade queso dip.
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Lauren says
I like to make quesadillas with green chiles.
Zoe M says
we put green chilies into tamales 🙂 i follow you on instagram @zgnails
Karen Harris says
I'm so sorry we didn't get together before your departure, but we certainly will after you get back. I can't wait to hear your tales and see your photos. Speaking of photos, these are gorgeous! Your sandwich looks perfect for the fall.
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Annamarie Voss says
I make a pork chop recipe that uses green chilies that my Husband love but my favorite from childhood is a casserole layered with corn tortillas cream of mushroom soup mixed with green chilies and layered with cheese.
mjskit says
Well, you certainly know how in love I am with this sandwich! I wouldn't make the chorizo optional. 🙂
Cathleen says
This looks amazing! I love a good cheesy sandwich
Sippity Sup says
This is very creative and most delicious. Happy travels. GREG
Anonymous says
I've used green chilies to make enchiladas. It's amazing!
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I like to use green chilies making cheesy green chili rice.
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Kristen says
I make a really chile relleno casserole that my family likes.
Bobbi Marshall says
Now that is one killer grilled cheese sammie! My favorite ways to use green chilis is to roast them with tomatillos to make a delicious zesty sauce that is delicious on grilled chicken or fish.
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cyndi br says
I use green chilies in my corn bread and also in my tortilla soup
Rose-Marie says
I love to use green chilies in a corn casserole, especially with summer corn and with cheeses!
Kitchen Riffs says
Oooh, nice sandwich! Love Hatch chilies, and green chilies and cheese are such a nice combo. Have a wonderful trip! Look forward to you telling us all about it. 🙂
Angie Schneider says
The sandwich looks mouthwatering. Fresh chillies on the roaster...that sounds heavenly. Have a great time in China, Abbe.
Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine Lemon says
The markets in our area are having on-site hatch chili roastings at this time of year. I guess I need to purchase some for this sandwich. It looks delicious.
Chris Scheuer says
Safe and happy travels! I've had the chance to sample the delicious chiles at WF, yum! The sandwich looks wonderful!
VP22 says
My favorite recipe to use green chilies is a chicken enchilada recipe that has a green chile and sour cream sauce over it.
chefmimiblog.com says
I know exactly what you mean! I don't dare miss fall where I live. It doesn't last very long as it is! But your trip sound really exciting! I've never been to Asia. Have fun. And a wonderful sandwich!!!
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
I adore this sandwich. That's all that needs to be said about that! 🙂 I feel exactly the same, as soon as those roasters fire up, I feel like it's Fall. I've got a freezer full and need to start planning my fun chile dishes. Have a wonderful trip. I remember going to Germany a couple of years ago, I left on October 1 and feared I was missing the leaves. When I returned Fall was in full swing. Hopefully they'll be some color left by the time you return.
Liz Berg says
I'm so disappointed I won't see you when I'm in Denver. I was planning to show up at your house and have you make me this fabulous sandwich 😉 Guess I'll have to make it at home!