Fiesta Melts

16 servings

3 cups (12 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend
Eight 10-inch flour tortillas
1/2 cup bottled sliced jalapeño peppers, drained
   (optional)
Nonstick cooking spray
  1. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheese over each of four tortillas; sprinkle jalapeño peppers evenly over the cheese. Top with the remaining tortillas, making sandwiches.
     
  2. Lightly coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium heat and place one tortilla sandwich in the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted. Remove to a covered platter and cook the remaining sandwiches one at a time.
     
  3. Slice each finished "melt" into 12 wedges and serve.
     
     

SERVING SUGGESTION:  These are an even bigger hit when they’re served with sour cream, salsa and guacamole for dipping or topping.