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QUESO BLANCO
1 quart box whole milk Gradually heat milk to 195o F over low to medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching. It will take about 1 hour. Remove from heat. Stir in vinegar and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Pour the curdled milk into a strainer or colander lined with light gauze or several layers of cheesecloth. Pull the fabric up into a bag and tie with string. Hang the bag of curds and allow to drain, gently squeezing the bag occasionally. Drain for 1 hour for cheese spread. Drain
for 3 hours for cheese spread or crumbled cheese. Drain for 5 hours or more for
a firmer cheese that can be sliced or cubed. Makes about 6 ounces or 3/4 cup
cheese. Herb Cheese Spread Stir 1/2 teaspoon
Herb
Blend and 1/8 teaspoon salt into one recipe of Queso Blanco. Garlic Cheese Spread Stir 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt into one
recipe of Queso Blanco. Cheese Ball 1 recipe Queso Blanco, drained for 5 hours or
more Mix the Queso Blanco and Roka Blue cheese spread until smooth. Chill. Form into a ball. Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans. Serve with crackers or crusty bread. |
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