Three Delicious Dairy Recipes Inspired by Mexico
Break out of the Taco Tuesday rut and tryΒ theseΒ new Mexican-inspired recipes!Β Β
Jenn Fillenworth, chef and registered dietitian from Grand Rapids, MI, of Jenny With the Good Eats, created these delicious dishes that feature dairy. Jenn completed one of her culinary internships at celebrity chefΒ Aaron Sanchezβs restaurant,Β Johnny Sanchez,Β in New Orleans.Β She learned a lot about Mexican cooking there and created these versions of some of her favorite specialties.Β Β
Queso FrescoΒ
While you can buy queso fresco in many local markets, did you know you can make your own from fresh Michigan milk?Β ItβsΒ a fairly simple process of heating milk, adding anΒ acid,Β and letting the results drain.Β Canβt get fresher than that!Β
EloteΒ DipΒ
Once youβve made the queso, crumble it and add it to this flavorful corn dip. In the summer, we highly recommend Michigan sweet corn, of course. But, whenΒ thatβsΒ not available,Β you canΒ use frozen or canned.Β Β
Tlayuda (Mexican Pizza)Β
WeβreΒ not just shaking up Taco Tuesdays:Β we want to break the mold on pizza night, too. Try this Mexican-style pizza made with chorizo (a spicy Spanish pork sausage), black beans, and flour tortillas. Get creative on toppings,Β includingΒ radish slices, avocado and, of course, queso fresco!Β
Bonus Recipe: Creamy Tropical MargaritaΒ
We highly recommend this frosty adult beverage to round out these recipes. Milk works like magic turning this blend of frozen pineapple, banana, tequila and triple sec into a creamy, slushy drink.Β Β
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