Queso de Oropesa Enchiladas Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups of shredded Queso de Oropesa cheese
- 1 can of enchilada sauce (10 oz)
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Baking dish (9x13 inches)
- Skillet

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.

3. Add the shredded Queso de Oropesa cheese to the skillet and stir until it melts.

4. Add the chopped cilantro and sour cream to the skillet and stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds or until they are soft.

6. Spoon the cheese mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly.

7. Place the enchiladas seam side down in a baking dish.

8. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top of the enchiladas.

9. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the tortillas are crispy.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 6 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 14g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of shredded cheese instead of Queso de Oropesa.
- You can use green enchilada sauce instead of red enchilada sauce.

Variations:
- You can add cooked chicken or beef to the cheese mixture for a meatier version.
- You can top the enchiladas with sliced avocado or chopped tomatoes for added flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the tortillas from cracking, warm them up before rolling.
- Use a spoon to evenly distribute the cheese mixture onto each tortilla.
- To make the enchiladas spicier, add chopped jalapeños to the cheese mixture.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover enchiladas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the enchiladas, place them in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the enchiladas on a platter with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Garnishes:
- Garnish the enchiladas with chopped cilantro or sliced jalapeños.

Pairings:
- Serve the enchiladas with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans.

Suggested side dishes:
- Spanish rice
- Refried beans

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the enchiladas are too dry, add more enchilada sauce to the baking dish before baking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the enchiladas to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.

Food history:
- Queso de Oropesa is a type of cheese that originated in the town of Oropesa, Spain.

Flavor profiles:
- The Queso de Oropesa cheese has a nutty and slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with the spicy enchilada sauce.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the enchiladas hot with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Cheesy, Tangy, Rich