Traditional Mexican Molletes

A traditional Mexican open sandwich with refried beans and melted cheese served with salsa. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a tasty snack.

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step: 2

Remove some of the bread from the middle of bread halves to accommodate more toppings. Spread about 1 teaspoon butter on each half.

Step: 3

Spread 2 to 3 tablespoons warmed refried beans on bread. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup Borden® Cheddar and Monterey Jack shredded cheese on the beans. Place bread halves on prepared baking sheet.

Step: 4

Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step: 5

Top molletes with Mexican salsa or pico de gallo.

Per Serving: 699 calories; protein 28g; carbohydrates 85.3g; fat 26.1g; cholesterol 77.1mg; sodium 1022.5mg.