Authentic Molletes Mexicanos

Serves 6

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These classic Molletes are made with refried beans, melty cheese and zesty salsa on butter toasted bolillos. A classic and economical Mexican dish, this hearty and filling breakfast can easily be made for a quick and filling lunch or dinner.

2 servings

1bolillos, Mexican rolls

1 tablespoonsbuttersoftened

1 cupsrefried beans

⅓ cupshredded cheese (queso Oaxaca or Monterey Jack)

Pico de gallo or salsa of choice

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Slice bolillo rolls in half lengthwise. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of butter on each slice.
Place rolls, buttered side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and broil, until lightly golden brown and crispy, a minute or two.
Spread a thin layer (roughly ½ cup) of refried beans over the toasted side of each roll. Top with shredded cheese
Place molletes in oven and broil for 1 to 2 minutes, until cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Top each mollete with salsa. Serve immediately.