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    Classic Bodega-Style Chopped Cheese Sandwiches

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    A classic bodega-style chopped cheese sandwich featuring seasoned ground beef, melted American cheese, fresh tomatoes, and crisp lettuce.

    Ingredients for Classic Bodega-Style Chopped Cheese Sandwiches

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    85% Lean Ground Beef

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    Onion, finely chopped

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    Goya Adobo All-Purpose Seasoning

    teaspoons

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    Lawry's Seasoned Salt

    teaspoons

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    Sub Rolls, split

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    Mayonnaise

    cups

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    Ketchup

    tablespoons

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    Yellow American Cheese, slices

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    Tomato, sliced

    each

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    Shredded Iceberg Lettuce, shredded

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    How to Make Classic Bodega-Style Chopped Cheese Sandwiches

    1. Preheat Oven

    Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

    2. Cook Beef Mixture

    Place a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, Goya Adobo All Purpose Seasoning, and Lawry's Seasoned Salt. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it cooks. Continue cooking for about 8 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and no excess moisture remains.

    3. Prepare Sub Rolls

    Arrange the sub rolls on a baking sheet and spread mayonnaise on one half and ketchup on the other.

    4. Assemble Sandwiches

    Divide the cooked beef mixture evenly among the sub rolls. Layer two slices of yellow American cheese over the beef on each sandwich.

    5. Bake Sandwiches

    Place the baking sheet with the assembled sandwiches in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes.

    6. Add Vegetables

    Remove the sandwiches from the oven and layer the tomato slices and shredded iceberg lettuce over the cheese and beef mixture.

    7. Wrap and Serve

    Close each sandwich and wrap it tightly in parchment paper. Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Variations

    Deluxe Chopped Cheese

    Caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and bacon bits.

    Mexican-Style Chopped Cheese

    Taco seasoning, pepper jack cheese, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado.

    Italian-Inspired Chopped Cheese

    Italian seasoning, mozzarella or provolone cheese, and marinara sauce.

    Lamb Chopped Cheese

    Ground lamb with feta cheese and oregano for a Mediterranean twist.

    Turkey Chopped Cheese

    Substitute ground turkey for a lighter, leaner option.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Choose Quality Meat

    Select high-quality ground beef, preferably chuck with a fat content of around 20%, for a juicy and flavorful sandwich.

    Perfect the Chop

    Chop and press the meat with a sturdy metal spatula while cooking to ensure the cheese is mixed thoroughly and the meat is caramelized.

    Use a Cast Iron Skillet

    Cook the meat in a cast iron skillet for the best sear and flavor development.

    Timing is Everything

    Have all ingredients prepped before cooking to avoid overcooking during the quick assembly process.

    Season Generously

    Enhance the beef flavor and sear by seasoning well with salt and pepper before cooking.


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