Best 7 Pork Cheddar Torta Recipes

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Pork cheddar torta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a traditional Mexican dish made with layers of corn tortillas, pork, cheese, and salsa. The pork is typically seasoned with a variety of spices, and the cheese is often a combination of cheddar and Oaxaca cheese. The torta is then baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Pork cheddar torta can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice and beans, salad, or guacamole. It is a popular dish in many Mexican restaurants and is also a favorite home-cooked meal.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PANCETTA AND PARMESAN TORTE



Pancetta and Parmesan Torte image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h3m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 refrigerated pie crust (half of 15-ounce package), room temperature
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, chopped
2/3 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan

Steps:

  • Position the rack on the bottom third of the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Press the crust into a 9-inch-diameter tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim the edges; set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute until crisp, about 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to paper towels and drain. Beat the cream, milk, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to blend. Stir in the cheese and pancetta. Pour the cream mixture into the crust.
  • Bake the torte until the filling puffs and is golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Let the torte cool for 15 minutes. Cut the torte into 12 thin wedges and serve.

HAM AND CHEDDAR TORTA



Ham and Cheddar Torta image

Brunch? Serve ham, Cheddar and veggies baked in an easy press-in-the-pan crust.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ cannellini beans, drained, rinsed and mashed
1/3 cup Italian dressing
1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
1 box (9 oz) frozen cut broccoli, thawed, drained
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons Original Bisquick™ mix
3 eggs, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, stir together 1 1/3 cups Bisquick mix, the beans and dressing. Spread in bottom and 2 inches up side of ungreased 9x3-inch springform pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set.
  • Layer ham, broccoli and cheese over crust. In small bowl, stir milk, 2 tablespoons Bisquick mix and the eggs until blended; pour over cheese.
  • Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until golden brown and knife inserted near center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes. Loosen edge of torta from side of pan; remove side of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

MEXICAN STEAK TORTA



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This is a Mexican sandwich filled with char grilled steak, beans, avocado, lettuce and tomato all served up on a warm toasted roll. Growing up in Southern California this has become a family favorite. If cotija cheese is not available, use cheddar. Serve warm with Spanish rice.

Provided by Sarah Waltrip

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound sirloin steak
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
ground cayenne pepper to taste
4 kaiser rolls, split
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ cup refried beans
1 large avocado, thinly sliced
1 large tomato, sliced
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 ounce crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Season steak with garlic salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  • Grill steak on the preheated grill until medium-rare, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from heat to a cutting board and cover with foil.
  • Set a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spread both halves of each roll with mayonnaise. Brown the rolls, mayonnaise-side down until golden, about 3 minutes. Warm the refried bean in a bowl in the microwave, about 1 minute on High, and slice the sirloin steak into thin strips.
  • Spread a thin layer of beans on the bottom half of each roll, layer with steak, avocado, tomato, and lettuce. Top with cheese, if desired, and close the sandwich with the top of the roll.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1886.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHEESE-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN



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My husband showed up at home with a huge case of pork tenderloin. After a little figuring, this is the best of the best recipes that I was able to come up with. It was a big hit at our house and is easily doubled.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 green onions, chopped
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
3 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons frozen chopped spinach
2 tablespoons finely chopped white mushrooms
¼ teaspoon chopped garlic
1 pinch dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pork tenderloin, butterflied and pounded flat
1 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Mix green onions, bacon, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, spinach, mushrooms, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread onto one side of pounded tenderloin. Roll tenderloin around the filling in a jelly-roll fashion. Coat rolled tenderloin with bread crumbs; place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 84.8 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 403.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ELEGANT CHEESE TORTE



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Rich and creamy, this eye-catching torte makes quite an impression. Every time I take it to a party, it receives rave reviews!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 24-30 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and chopped
8 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup apple cider
2-1/4 teaspoons paprika
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Grapes and assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Remove 3-1/2 cups to a small bowl; stir in pepper and set aside. Fold olives into the remaining cream cheese mixture. Spread evenly over the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan; set aside., In another large bowl, beat cheddar cheese, cider and paprika on low speed for 1 minute. Beat on high until almost smooth. Spread half over olive layer. Top with peppered cheese mixture. Top with remaining cheddar mixture. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate for 6 hours or until firm., Place on serving plate and remove sides of pan. Press pecans into top; garnish with additional olives or grapes if desired. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

ACHIOTE PORK TORTA - (SANDWICHES)



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These are out of this world! I made these to take to the San Francisco Giants game today. Although the Giants didn't win, we left full and happy! The meat in these is very flavorful and gets a nice color from Achiote paste. From my favorite cookbook Baja: Cooking From the Edge.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons white vinegar, plus more to thin the marinade if necessary
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 1/2 ounces achiote paste (available in Latin markets- it comes in a small, dark-red brick)
10 fresh cilantro stems
2 lbs boneless pork butt or 2 lbs pork shoulder
6 large soft white sandwich buns or 6 large a baguette
sliced asadero cheese (I used provolone) or chihuahua cheese (I used provolone)
shredded lettuce or cabbage
sliced ripe roma tomato
naked guacamole (see Naked Guacamole)
sliced red onion
pickled jalapeno pepper
hot salsa (optional) or other salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the garlic, vinegar, juices, salt, and cumin. Pulse until well combined. Crumble in the achiote and pulse to combine into a very soft paste; add more vinegar by the tablespoon to loosen it up if necessary. Blend in the cilantro.
  • Cut the meat into lenghtwise slices 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. Lay the meat between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of 1/4 inch. Coat the slices generously with the paste and refrigerate for at least 6 hours and no more than 12 hours.
  • Half an hour before cooking, clrean the grill thoroughly with a brush and wipe it down with an oil-dampened rag. Preheat the grill on high.
  • Remove the meat from the marinade and shake off as much of the paste as possible. Place the meat on the grill, close the lid, and grill for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, checking often to make sure the meat doesn't burn or cook too quickly; if it does, move it to a cooler part of the grill. The meat is done perfectly when it has an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Do not overcook or the meat will dry out. (I used my George Foreman grill and just made sure to wipe it with a paper towel between batches) Set the meat aside, loosely covered with foil.
  • To serve, split the rolls and toast on the grill, then layer from the bottom up: cheese, meat, lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, onion, jalapenos, and salsa. Skewer with a couple of toothpicks and cut in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.4, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 99.8, Sodium 494.7, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 32.7

MARINATED PORK TORTAS WITH CILANTRO AIOLI & CHILES CURTIDOS



Marinated Pork Tortas With Cilantro Aioli & Chiles Curtidos image

Recipe courtesy Eduardo Rivera Tortas are a traditional Mexican sandwich with layers of flavors and ingredients stacked on a big fluffy roll known as a bolillo, tortero or pan francés depending on the region. This torta fuses in some Asian flavors all wrapped around a succulent marinated pork loin. [This recipe requires some advance prep, well worth it for this incredible sandwich.]

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 45

4 cups unseasoned rice vinegar or 4 cups white vinegar
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
13 large jalapeno peppers, sliced into rings 1/4-inch thick
2 onions, sliced thinly
4 carrots, sliced into rounds 1/4-inch thick
10 -15 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons dried oregano
salt
1 lb boneless pork roast, cut into 2-inch pieces about 1/2-inch thick
1/2 cup sliced scallion
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce or 2 tablespoons tamari
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon yellow curry powder
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon ground coffee
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 cup canola oil or 1/4 cup olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 garlic clove
1/4 whole onion
2 layers cheese cloth, about 10 x 10 inches
6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/3 cups dried black beans, rinsed well
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup mayonnaise or 3/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, divided
2 cups canola oil
1/2 cup cold water, as needed only
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
zest of two lime
6 fresh rolls, or bolillos, cut in half
3 tablespoons butter, soft
1 avocado, sliced
12 slices queso fresco

Steps:

  • Chiles Curtidos (Pickled Vegetables):.
  • Combine vinegar, sugar and water in a large pot and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Turn off heat and let pot sit.
  • In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium high heat until hot. Add remaining ingredients. Cook until onions are wilted, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to the pot with vinegar mixture and stir well. Let sit until room temperature. Transfer vegetables and liquid to a glass jar with lid. Refrigerate at least 2 days to infuse flavors. Pickles with keep up to 2 months.
  • Pork:.
  • Place pork in a sealable baggie. Mix together remaining ingredients except for oil, and add to baggie. Seal baggie and shake to coat pork evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • To cook, heat oil in deep skillet over high heat until hot. Add pork and cook, turning, until crisp on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Place on paper towels and set aside. When ready to assemble sandwiches, slice pork 1/4-inch thick.
  • Refried Black Beans:.
  • Combine bay leaves, garlic and onion and wrap in cheesecloth, tying ends to make a tight bundle.
  • Bring water to boil in large pot. Add salt, beans and cheese cloth bundle. Return to a simmer and cook until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. As beans cook, add more water if needed to keep them submerged. When beans are done, drain and reserve liquids. Discard cheesecloth bundle.
  • In large skillet, heat oil until hot. Add garlic and cumin and cook 1 minute, stirring. Add beans and half the reserved bean liquid. Cook, stirring, 1-2 minutes. Transfer beans to a food processor and puree until smooth. Season with salt to taste. Add more bean liquid as needed for a thick, spreadable consistency.
  • Cilantro Aioli:.
  • Place mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, and half the cilantro in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth. With motor running, slowly add oil. The mixture should be smooth. Add cold water as needed for spreadable consistency and to brighten the color. Add salt and lime juice and pulse briefly. Transfer to a bowl and stir in zest and remaining cilantro.
  • Sandwich Assembly:.
  • Heat a skillet or griddle until hot. Butter rolls and place in skillet to toast until golden. Spread both halves of rolls with cilantro aioli. Onto bottom halves, layer black beans, pork, chiles curtidos, avocado, queso fresco, tomato and lettuce. Add top half of roll and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1796.9, Fat 112.8, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 80.2, Sodium 2082.3, Carbohydrate 164, Fiber 14.7, Sugar 93.5, Protein 40.8

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
  • Choose the right pork: For this recipe, you'll want to use a pork shoulder or pork butt. These cuts are both relatively inexpensive and have a lot of flavor. If you're using a pork loin, you may need to add some extra fat to the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the pork: Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking will make the pork dry and tough.
  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese: The cheddar cheese is one of the main ingredients in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. Look for a cheese that is sharp and flavorful.
  • Serve the torta immediately: The torta is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey and the crust is crispy.

Conclusion:

This pork cheddar torta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of pork, cheddar cheese, and tortillas is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this pork cheddar torta a try.

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