Queso Blanco
A good queso blanco recipe is sometimes hard to come by, but this one is better than good - it's great! It makes wonderful use of fresh serrano peppers and cilantro and is really tasty.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cheese (Monterey Jack, Asadero or Chihuahua) shredded fine
- 4 ounces green chiles
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 2 tablespoons onion, chopped fine
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 serrano pepper, chopped fine (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped fine (optional)
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a double boiler and heat on medium.
- Cook until melted and well blended, stirring occasionally.
- Serve with fresh tostadas or hot flour tortillas.
