Cheeses of Mexico and the Caribbean: Queso to Requeson
Queso
Queso is the Spanish word for cheese. In the United States, the word is commonly used as a name for a type of Mexican cheese dip, as well as for numerous varieties of Mexican cheese.
Cheeses of Mexico and the Caribbean: Braided to Oaxaca
Braided
As the name implies, braided cheese refers to twisted lengths of cheese intertwined to create a thick round braid, similar to a braided rope.
Great chili recipes don't always have to incorporate meat as an ingredient. There are numerous recipes for vegetarian chili that are so flavorful and so satisfying, that the omission of meat is hardly noticed.
Barbecued chicken on the grill has always been a favorite summertime food, but when improperly grilled, it can make your backyard cookout anything but memorable. This informative video demonstration shows you the secret to grilling up perfect barbecued chicken every time.
Sautéing is a great cooking method to use for cooking green beans fresh from the garden. Blanching the beans before sautéing will produce beans that are bright green, enhancing the appearance of the finished dish.
Typically made with a wider variety of vegetables than traditional Chicken Vegetable Soup, this type of soup has a similar flavor but more vegetable flavored.
Mildly seasoned and filled with a variety of beans and vegetables, this type of soup is a combination of many ingredients often found in Mexican or southwestern U.S.
As stated in their name, these are green tomatoes that are fried. The tomatoes are picked while they are still green and then cut to into 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick slices.