Ingredient: Añejo cheese (Goats' cheese)
Category: Dairy- Cheese
Season: All
Añejo cheese is a firm, aged Mexican cheese
Traditionally made from skimmed goat's milk, but most often available made from skimmed cow's milk.
After it is made, it is rolled in paprika to add additional flavour.
Its salty sharp flavour, which is somewhat similar to Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese, but not as strong flavoured as Cotija cheese.
As a fresh cheese, it is crumbly and breaks into small pieces very easily.
When dried it acquires a firm texture allowing it to be easily shredded or grated.
"Queso Añejo " is a good baking or grilling cheese, which is generally sprinkled on top of or stuffed into enchiladas, burritos and tacos.
Parmesan, Cotija, or Feta cheese can be substituted when Añejo is not available.
It may also be referred to as "Añejo Enchilado cheese" or "Añejo" (meaning "aged"). |