Mexican Melted Cheese Appetizer

Queso fundido is as simple as it is decadently tasty.
Flavorful cheese is melted together with
fragrant mushrooms, roasted peppers or other garnishes
and served with fresh corn tortillas.
Serve this south-of-the-border version of
cheese fondue as a starter to any Mexican meal.

Ingredients:
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 Roasted red pepper, cut into strips
1 cup Mushrooms, sliced thinly
2 tablespoons Butter
Salt and pepper,to taste
Corn or flour tortillas, warmed, or tortilla chips for serving.

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Spread the grated cheese evenly over
the bottom of a ceramic ovenproof dish.
Spread the roasted red pepper evenly over the top of the cheese.
Heat the butter in a skillet or sauté pan over medium flame.
Add the mushrooms and sauté until cooked through.
Season with salt and pepper and
spread evenly over the top of the cheese.
Place the dish in the oven and bake
until the cheese is fully melted, 8-12 minutes.
Remove from the oven and serve immediately
with the tortillas or tortilla chips for scooping.