Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 wheel of Queso de Murcia cheese (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup of red wine
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish
- Aluminum foil
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Cut the Queso de Murcia cheese into 1-inch cubes and place them in a baking dish.
3. Pour the red wine over the cheese cubes.
4. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
5. While the cheese is baking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
6. Add the sliced red bell pepper to the pan and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
7. Season the peppers with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Remove the cheese from the oven and top with the sautéed red bell peppers.
9. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Queso de Murcia cheese can be substituted with any semi-soft cheese.
- Red wine can be substituted with white wine or chicken broth.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted with any color bell pepper.
Variations:
- Add sliced onions or garlic to the sautéed red bell peppers.
- Top the cheese with sliced olives or chopped herbs.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a good quality cheese for the best flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the leftovers in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Queso de Murcia al Vino con Pimientos Rojos in a decorative baking dish.
- Garnish with chopped herbs or sliced olives.
Garnishes:
- Chopped herbs
- Sliced olives
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of red wine.
Suggested side dishes:
- Crusty bread
- Crackers
- Sliced vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cheese is not melting, increase the oven temperature and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Food history:
- Queso de Murcia is a cheese from the Murcia region of Spain.
Flavor profiles:
- The Queso de Murcia al Vino con Pimientos Rojos has a rich and creamy flavor with a hint of wine and a slightly sweet and smoky flavor from the red bell peppers.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as part of a cheese board.
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Region: Spanish