Chipotle Cheddar Sticks

Submitted by wicked cook 46

"This is from Canadian Living Posting for safe keeping. Times are approximate and the serving size is for use as an appetizer. A fun and blisteringly hot take on a grilled cheese sandwich . Would make a great appetizer for football or hockey season"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 24

ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup tomato paste
• 1 chipotle pepper
• 1 teaspoon adobo sauce
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 16 slices cheddar cheese bread or 16 slices white bread, crusts removed
• 8 thin slices cheddar cheese (about 6 oz/175 g)
• 1⁄4 cup butter, softened

directions

1. In blender or mini food processor, purée together tomato paste, chipotle pepper, abodo sauce and green onions.
2. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 days.).
3. Spread scant teaspoonful (5 mL) tomato mixture over each slice of bread. Top half with cheese; top with remaining bread slices, tomato side down. Spread butter on tops and bottoms. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 hours.).
4. Arrange sandwiches on large rimmed baking sheet.
5. Broil, turning once, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes.
6. Cut lengthwise into 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide sticks.

Reviews

[Nimz_]

This was a very interesting combination that we really enjoyed. You are right that it is "hot" I removed the seeds from the chipotie pepper too. I think this would be a nice appetizer also. Thanks for sharing. Made for Holiday Tag :)