452 pepper jack recipes

Santa Fe hominy sauteed with roasted poblanos, jalapeño, tomatoes, and melted monterey jack. A quick vegetarian New Mexico side dish, ready in 30 minutes.

Monterey fondue is a make-ahead egg and cheese strata layered with buttered bread, corn, green chiles, and Monterey Jack. Refrigerate overnight and bake until puffy and golden brown.

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.

Fire-roasted poblano chilis line the pan as the crust, filled with a silky Monterey Jack and egg custard made with homemade crema fresca. A crustless Mexican pie that's golden, smoky, and rich.

Tropical quesadillas filled with ripe banana, green chilies, and Monterey Jack cheese with a squeeze of lime. A sweet-savory snack or dessert ready in 15 minutes.

Layered rice and sour cream casserole with green chiles, Monterey Jack strips, and melted cheddar on top. A creamy, cheesy vegetarian Mexican-inspired side dish.

Stacked New Mexico quesadillas layer flour tortillas with shredded chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and Monterey Jack cheese. Baked until melty and served with red pepper sour cream sauce and fresh salsa.

Tex-Mex quiche with two filling options: spicy pepper jack or loaded sausage with cheddar and green chilies. Topped with fresh avocado and tomato wedges.

Ground beef packs with frozen corn, diced green chiles, shredded Monterey Jack, and picante sauce for a Southwestern-spiced meatloaf that's anything but boring. Black olives and cayenne kick up the heat.

A savory chicken and spinach quiche with Monterey Jack cheese in a deep-dish pie shell, made easy with canned chicken. Creamy, hearty, and ready with minimal fuss for brunch or a weeknight dinner.

Baked spaghetti squash with melted Monterey Jack, sauteed bell peppers, onions, Italian herbs, and black olives. A cheesy, low-carb vegetarian casserole the whole family will love.

Fluffy omelets stuffed with crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and melted Monterey Jack, topped with fresh tomato jalapeno salsa. A loaded brunch for two in minutes.

The name may sound deceiving, but you will simply enjoy this scrumptious dish that will have you licking your lips in satisfaction.

Fiesta pasta with mostaccioli tossed in a taco-seasoned spaghetti sauce with kidney beans, bell peppers, and Monterey Jack cheese. A Mexican-Italian fusion one-pot weeknight dinner.

Mexican meatball patties stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese, mixed with chorizo, green chiles, and crushed pretzel crumbs, baked inside bell pepper quarters.

This is as good as any Italian sandwich I have eaten in Chicago! Even my grandkids loved it! PK