This Mexican Grilled Cheese and Soup Lunch Is So Good!

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while processed cheese is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat, while banana peppers are generally less expensive.

Heat oil then add macaroni and stir continuously until noodles are richly browned but not burned.

Add water and stir in bouillon and tomato sauce.

Boil 8-9 minutes or until done.

Garnish with grated cheese if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens