Cheese Soup – Caldo De Queso

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 12
Traditional Mexican Cheese Soup Recipe - Caldo De Queso
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Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 potatoes
3 garlic cloves
1 finely chopped medium white onion
3 anaheim chilies ( green peppers )
3 roma tomatoes ( or the equivalent in other tomato )
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups boiling water
2 cups whole milk
1 lb queso fresco
dried tepin chilies ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
396
Sugar
7g
Fat
26g
Caldo De Queso is a traditional Mexican soup that is warm and hearty. The soup is prepared by blending together roasted Anaheim chilies and Roma tomatoes and adding it to a pot with sautéed onions and garlic, flour, chicken bouillon powder, and potatoes. The soup is then cooked with addition of milk and queso fresco. It is a perfect choice for a cozy night in or as a starter for a dinner party. The dried tepin chilies add a nice kick of heat to the soup, which can be avoided if you prefer a milder taste.

Instructions

1.Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.
2.Roast the anaheim chilies and roma tomatoes until the skin turns brown.
3.Once the vegetables cool down, place them in a blender and purée into a smooth mixture.
4.In a pot, heat some oil and add the finely chopped garlic and onion. Cook until the onion turns translucent.
5.Add the puréed vegetables, chicken bouillon powder, and flour to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes while stirring.
6.Add the boiling water and whole milk to the pot. Bring it to a boil.
7.Crumble the queso fresco and add it to the pot, stirring gently.
8.Let it simmer until the cheese has melted completely. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9.Serve hot with some dried tepin chilies (optional) sprinkled on top.

PROS

The Caldo De Queso is a delicious and comforting soup made with fresh vegetables, milk, and queso fresco.

It is a great choice for a hearty and filling meal.

CONS

This soup is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It is not recommended for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in calcium from the queso fresco and vitamin C from the vegetables.
It can also help boost your immune system and improve digestion.

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