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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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A delicious appetizer or side dish for your Mexican menu. Chill time of 2 hours. Ingredients:
2 cups water |
2 cups chicken broth |
1 cup white cornmeal |
1/2 cup whipping cream |
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese |
white cornmeal |
vegetable oil |
salsa |
Directions:
1. Add water and broth to a saucepan; bring to a boil. 2. Gradually stir in 1 cup cornmeal using a whisk. 3. Return to a boil; lower heat, and cook, stirring continuously, for 5 minutes. 4. Add in the whipping cream, and cook 20 minutes, stirring frequently. 5. Add in cheese and stir to combine. 6. Transfer mixture to a greased 9-inch square pan. 7. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm. 8. Cut into 3-inch squares; dredge each square in cornmeal. 9. Add oil to a depth of 1/2 inch to a large skillet. 10. Heat oil; fry squares in hot oil over medium heat 2 minutes on each side or until golden. 11. Drain squares on paper towels. 12. Serve immediately with salsa. |
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