Molletes

AuthorJulia ForesekCategory, , DifficultyBeginner
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time5 minsCook Time5 minsTotal Time10 mins
 4 bolillo rolls or small French bread rolls
 2 cups refried beans (either from a can or homemade)
 2 cups shredded cheese (traditionally Oaxaca cheese, but mozzarella or Monterey Jack can be used)
 Pico de gallo or salsa for topping
 Butter (optional, for spreading on the rolls)
1

Prepare the Bread:
Preheat your broiler. Cut the bolillo rolls in half lengthwise. If you like, lightly butter the cut sides of the rolls.
Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and broil for about 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Watch them closely to avoid burning.

2

Add Refried Beans:
Spread a generous layer of refried beans on each toasted bread half.

3

Add Cheese:
Sprinkle a good amount of shredded cheese over the beans.

4

Broil the Molletes:
Place the bread back under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.

5

Serve:
Serve the molletes immediately, topped with pico de gallo or your choice of salsa.

Ingredients

 4 bolillo rolls or small French bread rolls
 2 cups refried beans (either from a can or homemade)
 2 cups shredded cheese (traditionally Oaxaca cheese, but mozzarella or Monterey Jack can be used)
 Pico de gallo or salsa for topping
 Butter (optional, for spreading on the rolls)

Directions

1

Prepare the Bread:
Preheat your broiler. Cut the bolillo rolls in half lengthwise. If you like, lightly butter the cut sides of the rolls.
Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, cut side up, and broil for about 1-2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Watch them closely to avoid burning.

2

Add Refried Beans:
Spread a generous layer of refried beans on each toasted bread half.

3

Add Cheese:
Sprinkle a good amount of shredded cheese over the beans.

4

Broil the Molletes:
Place the bread back under the broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.

5

Serve:
Serve the molletes immediately, topped with pico de gallo or your choice of salsa.

Notes

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