Recipes with monterey jack cheese

Crustless quiche in a green chile shell with chorizo sausage, Monterey Jack cheese, and a five-egg custard. Whole green chiles line the pie plate as a gluten-free, low-carb crust alternative with built-in Southwestern heat.

Grilled rib eye steaks with a quick lime marinade, melty Colby and Monterey Jack, warm flour tortillas, and salsa on the side. Tex-Mex steakhouse vibes from your backyard grill.

Jalapeno chicken white chili goes creamy, built on a roux-and-cream base loaded with chicken, great northern beans, and corn. Fresh and pickled jalapenos bring double the heat. Top with Jack cheese.

Cheese and chile squares, a baked appetizer of cottage cheese, Longhorn cheddar and Monterey Jack layered with green chiles and a tabasco-spiked egg custard. Cuts into 24 crowd-ready bites for parties.

Shrimp and cheese enchiladas in a creamy jalapeño-pepper sauce with Monterey Jack, sour cream, and fresh tomatoes. A rich, Tex-Mex seafood enchilada baked until bubbly.

This scrumptious cake is made with tofu, green chili peppers and salsa.

Tex-Mex beef meatballs with green chilies and cheese, served with homemade zesty tomato salsa and crispy tortilla chips. Mexican party appetizer ready in 75 minutes.

Grilled portobello mushroom sandwich with balsamic-shallot roasted red pepper, melted Monterey Jack, and garlic-thyme aioli on a toasted onion roll. The vegetarian burger that beats any beef one.

Microwave tostada casserole with seasoned ground beef, green chilies, Monterey Jack cheese, and crushed taco shells. A quick Mexican-style weeknight dinner in 45 minutes.

Spicy stuffed meatloaf with a hidden middle layer of jalapenos and melted Monterey Jack, finished with a pour of spicy tomato sauce. Beef and pork blend for richer texture.

Quick microwave tuna casserole layered with egg noodles, fresh zucchini, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Ready in 45 minutes with tangy sour cream and Dijon mustard.

Jalapeño-stuffed steaks slice a pocket into each beef steak and pack it with sautéed jalapeños, onion, garlic, and Monterey Jack, then grill over hot charcoal. Bold Tex-Mex steak dinner.

Freezer-friendly shrimp quesadillas with Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and cilantro in flour tortillas. Assemble ahead, freeze, and cook from frozen in minutes.

Cheesy Tex-Mex rice loaded with melted Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar, green bell pepper, corn, and olives, finished with creamy yogurt. A weeknight side or vegetarian main.

Green enchiladas with shredded chicken rolled in flour tortillas, smothered in creamy tomatillo-sour cream sauce and melted Monterey Jack. Weeknight Mexican comfort in under 30 minutes.

Taco chicken grill marinates oven-baked chicken in a tangy taco-spiced barbecue sauce with molasses and tomato, then finishes over coals with melted Monterey Jack. Two-stage cooking for fall-off-the-bone tender meat with a smoky crust.

Chiles rellenos casserole stuffs green chiles with Monterey Jack, covers them in a puffy egg batter with cheddar, and bakes until set. Served with marinara.

Sloppy joe pizza with seasoned ground beef in barbecue sauce, sweet corn, green onions, and melted Monterey Jack on a pre-baked pizza crust. Quick weeknight crossover dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Stuffed poblano chiles filled with ripe olives, ricotta and Monterey Jack, baked and finished with a quick olive mole sauce of tomato, cumin, chili powder and beef stock.

Bell pepper rajas broiled with melted Monterey Jack cheese, black olives, and red pepper flakes. A colorful Mexican appetizer ready in 15 minutes flat.

Tex-Mex biscuits work grits and shredded Monterey Jack into a sour cream biscuit dough for a hearty Southern-Mex hybrid. Twelve cheesy, slightly nubbly biscuits in 30 minutes.

Huevos rancheros with fried eggs over warm corn tortillas, refried beans, Monterey Jack and fresh tomato-jalapeño-avocado salsa. Classic Mexican ranch-style breakfast.

Mexican cheese torta: a no-cook chilled cheese ball-style mold of cream cheese, Colby, Monterey Jack, red pepper, scallions, and jalapeño. A make-ahead party centerpiece served with tortilla chips.

Rich fish chowder with five pounds of fish simmered in fish stock, thickened with a butter roux, and finished with cream and Monterey Jack cheese for a velvety, hearty bowl.

Greek beef stew braised with tomato paste, red wine vinegar, whole white onions, and mushrooms, finished with melted Monterey Jack cheese. A hearty stifado-style one-pot dinner.

Easy tortilla soup with pureed tomatoes, garlic, green pepper, and onion in chicken broth, topped with crisp baked tortilla strips and Monterey Jack cheese. A 35-minute weeknight Mexican soup.

Cheese bread with hidden pockets of melted Monterey Jack, black beans, sun-dried tomatoes, green chilies, and cumin baked into round Southwestern-style loaves. Freezer-friendly, packed with smoky flavor.

Microwave eggplant with chopped tomatoes, green chilies, cumin, oregano, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. A low-calorie Mexican-inspired vegetable side dish.

A Tex-Mex tamale-style bake with seasoned ground beef, green chilies, melted Monterey Jack, and a golden cornbread crust. Pantry ingredients, one baking dish, and dinner is on the table.

Southwest burgers stuffed with diced Monterey Jack cheese and green chilies, broiled and served with fresh tomato salsa. Six ingredients, 30 minutes, big Tex-Mex flavor.

Spicy white chicken chili with great northern beans, green chilies, Monterey Jack cheese, cumin, and cayenne. A creamy, cheesy twist on classic chili ready in 45 minutes.

Mexican Jack omelet blends eggs and Monterey Jack right in the blender, so the cheese disperses evenly through every bite. A fluffy, wheat-free omelet ready in about 5 minutes.

Southwestern stuffed peppers filled with hot Italian sausage, bread stuffing, and Monterey Jack cheese, simmered in chicken broth with a blended red pepper sauce.

Flour tortillas filled with Monterey Jack cheese and a spiced tomato sauce, rolled up, smothered with more sauce and sour cream, and baked until bubbly. An authentic Mexican baked taco the whole family will love.

Oven-baked triple-stacked quesadilla with Monterey Jack, white cheddar, corn, zucchini, and jalapeno. Served with fresh tomato salsa and creamy avocado relish.

Company coming? Here's a quick and simple hot bean dip.

Stacked flour tortillas layered with refried beans, sautéed peppers, broccoli, Monterey Jack, and cheddar. A Mexican-inspired vegetarian main dish baked until bubbly and golden.

Jalapeno drop biscuits with Monterey Jack cheese and cornmeal, ready in 30 minutes. Both fresh and pickled jalapenos give these spicy, cheesy biscuits a double kick with no rolling required.

Butternut squash pasta sauce with melted Monterey Jack, vegetable broth, and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with ziti. A creamy, lighter fall pasta without heavy cream.

Enchiladas Nortenas with Grilled Chicken and Queso Quesadilla recipe

Chicken and Monterey Jack cheese filling with green chilies, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup scooped into homemade flour tortillas. Creamy, cheesy Mexican comfort food.

Poached eggs nestled on warm corn tortillas with sliced avocado, a smoky green chile-tomato sauce, and melted Monterey Jack. California's laid-back take on huevos rancheros.

Mexican sausage stew braises beef brisket and hot Italian sausage with cinnamon, allspice, beer, and beef stock, then thickens with sweet potato and corn. Topped with melty Monterey Jack and cilantro.

"This tasty dip has continually proved to be a real crowd pleaser for my family and friends. Serve with tortilla chips and celery sticks for an appetizer that is sure to be a big hit!"

Layered black bean casserole with cumin-spiced beans, Rotel tomatoes, corn tortillas, and gooey Monterey Jack. Topped with lettuce, olives, and sour cream for a Tex-Mex feast.

Layered eggplant, zucchini, and tomato casserole with crispy bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, and Provençal herbs. Individual ratatouille bakes ready in 45 minutes.

Chili taco salad: spicy chicken chili with kidney beans and chickpeas piled on tortilla chips with lettuce, tomato, jack cheese, sour cream, olives, and jalapenos.

Chicken chili con carne with ground chicken breast, kidney beans, sweet peppers, and crushed tomatoes, finished with melted Monterey Jack. A leaner, weeknight take on classic chili that simmers in one skillet.