Get ready to transform your ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This Sausage and Chorizo Queso Bread Bowl isn't just a recipe—it's a flavor-packed journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests begging for more. Imagine a crispy sourdough bread bowl overflowing with spicy chorizo, savory Italian sausage, and melted cheese, creating a Mexican-inspired masterpiece that's part comfort food, part gourmet sensation. Whether you're hosting a game day party or craving a show-stopping dinner, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large sourdough bread bowl
- 1 cup chorizo, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup jalapeños, sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your cheese melts perfectly and the bread bowl gets a nice golden crust.
- Prepare the sourdough bread bowl by carefully cutting off the top of the bread. Set the top aside for later use. Using your hands, gently hollow out the inside of the bread, leaving about an inch of bread on the bottom and sides to create a sturdy bowl.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to crumble it as it cooks. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Crumble the sausage as it cooks. Once cooked, combine the chorizo and Italian sausage in a mixing bowl.
- Add the shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and chopped green onions to the bowl with the sausage mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Carefully spoon the sausage and cheese mixture into the hollowed-out sourdough bread bowl, packing it in gently to avoid overflow.
- Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet to catch any drips and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is lightly toasted.
- While the bread bowl is baking, you can prepare the top of the bread. If desired, you can brush the top with olive oil or butter and sprinkle with a little garlic powder for extra flavor. Place it in the oven during the last 5-10 minutes of baking to toast it.
- Once the baking time is complete, remove the bread bowl from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This will make it easier to handle.
- Serve the sausage and chorizo queso bread bowl warm, with the toasted bread top alongside for dipping. Enjoy your delicious Mexican-inspired dish!
Tips
- Choose a high-quality, sturdy sourdough bread bowl to ensure it can hold the rich, melted filling without falling apart.
- For maximum flavor, cook the chorizo and Italian sausage in the same skillet to create a delicious, layered taste profile.
- Use a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses for the perfect melt and flavor complexity.
- Don't overfill the bread bowl—leave a little room to prevent spillover during baking.
- For extra crispiness, brush the bread bowl and top with olive oil before baking.
- Let the bread bowl rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and make serving easier.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and maximum cheese pull!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 520kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 85mg
