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Tostadas de Jamón y Queso Mallorquín Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 slices of Mallorcan cheese
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 tostadas
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place the tostadas on a baking sheet and top each with a slice of cheese and a slice of ham.
3. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. While the tostadas are baking, mix together the diced tomato, onion, and cilantro in a small bowl.
5. Season the tomato mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Remove the tostadas from the oven and top each with a spoonful of the tomato mixture.
7. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- 4 tostadas

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 18g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mallorcan cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
- Ham can be substituted with any other type of deli meat.

Variations:
- Add sliced avocado on top of the tomato mixture for a creamy twist.
- Use different types of cheese and deli meats for a variety of flavors.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to watch the tostadas closely in the oven to prevent burning.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

Storage instructions:
- Tostadas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Tostadas can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the tostadas on a platter with a side of guacamole or salsa.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro on top.

Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of white wine.

Suggested side dishes:
- Refried beans or a side salad would pair well with these tostadas.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting, try broiling the tostadas for a minute or two.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to properly store any leftover ingredients to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Tostadas are a traditional Mexican dish that typically consist of a fried or baked tortilla topped with various ingredients.

Flavor profiles:
- The tostadas have a savory and slightly salty flavor from the cheese and ham, with a fresh and tangy flavor from the tomato mixture.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the tostadas as an appetizer or a light lunch.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Savory, Salty, Cheesy, Tangy, Crunchy