Ancho Chile Pesto with Queso Fresco Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
boiling water
4 large garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/8 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp peanut or canola oil
1/3 cup crumbled queso fresco (2 1/2 oz)
1 tbsp heavy cream
salt and freshly ground black pepper
cayenne pepper

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375°. Spread the pine nuts in a pie plate and bake for about 2 minutes, or until they are lightly toasted. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
In a small heatproof bowl, cover the anchos with boiling water and let soak until softened, about 10 minutes. Drain the chiles, reserving 2 tablespoons of the soaking liquid.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet (not nonstick), cook the garlic cloves over moderate heat until softened and blackened in spots, about 10 minutes. Let cool slightly, then peel.
In a mini food processor, combine the garlic cloves, reconstituted ancho chiles, reserved chile soaking liquid, pine nuts and oregano. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped. With the machine on, add the peanut oil and process until a chunky paste forms. Add the queso fresco and the heavy cream, season with salt, pepper and cayenne and pulse to blend. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Applications: Spread on the inside of softened corn tortillas when making enchiladas or fajitas. Toss with steamed or sautéed vegetables. Use as a condiment with grilled steaks, chicken or pork. Add to sour cream or Greek-style yogurt for a quick dip. Mix with ground meat as a seasoning for meatballs.
Make Ahead: The ancho chile pesto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	612.59 Kcal (2565 kJ)
Calories from fat	491.27 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	54.59g	84%
Cholesterol	69.45mg	23%
Sodium	544.01mg	23%
Potassium	482.7mg	10%
Total Carbs	13.94g	5%
Sugars	3.62g	14%
Dietary Fiber	3.29g	13%
Protein	23.26g	47%
Vitamin C	4.2mg	7%
Iron	3.2mg	18%
Calcium	456.9mg	46%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	408.34 Kcal (1710 kJ)
Calories from fat	327.47 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	36.39g	84%
Cholesterol	46.3mg	23%
Sodium	362.62mg	23%
Potassium	321.75mg	10%
Total Carbs	9.29g	5%
Sugars	2.42g	14%
Dietary Fiber	2.19g	13%
Protein	15.51g	47%
Vitamin C	2.8mg	7%
Iron	2.2mg	18%
Calcium	304.6mg	46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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