Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 tbsp

Butter

for spreading

1 unit

Sandwich Bread

sliced

700 g

Grated Cheese

tasty

1 unit

Onion Soup Mix

1 can

Evaporated Milk

light

1 unit

Red Onion

diced

100 g

Bacon

diced, optional

Step 1
~2 min

Finely dice the red onion and combine it in a bowl with the onion soup mix and evaporated milk.

Step 2
~2 min

Gradually add grated cheese until the mixture is thick enough to soak up most of the liquid.

Step 3
~2 min

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the soup mix to fully absorb the juices.

Step 4
~2 min

Butter slices of sandwich bread and remove the crusts from the sides, leaving the top and bottom crusts intact.

Step 5
~2 min

Spread the buttered side of the bread face down on a work surface with a crust at the top.

Step 6
~2 min

Place a generous spoonful of the cheese mixture along the bottom edge of the bread slice.

Step 7
~2 min

Firmly roll the bread slice from bottom to top, enclosing the cheese mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Place the rolled cheese rolls on a baking tray lined with baking paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 10
~2 min

Bake the cheese rolls for approximately 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through.

Step 11
~2 min

Bake until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese mixture begins to ooze out slightly.

Step 12
~2 min

For an optional twist, dice bacon, fry it until crispy, and mix it into the cheese mixture before spreading.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use different types of cheese for varying flavor profiles.

Add herbs like parsley or chives to the cheese mixture for added flavor.

Serve with a side salad for a more complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The cheese mixture can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack or appetizer.

Great for picnics or parties.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Soup
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southland, New Zealand

Cultural Significance

A popular regional snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Party
Snack
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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