California Avocado and Hatch Chile Grilled Cheese

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 large, mild Hatch green chiles*

8 slices rustic wheat or white bread

1/4 cup butter softened

8 slices Cheddar cheese**

2 medium ripe tomatoes thinly sliced

1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion

1 firm but ripe, Fresh California Avocado peeled, seeded and sliced

1/8 tsp. salt

Fresh basil leaves

*If Hatch chiles are out of season, use fresh poblanos or canned Hatch chiles

**Use medium or sharp cheddar cheese according to your taste

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.