Baked Queso Fresco with Tomatillo Sauce

This recipe was posted in the Houston Chronicle. A great appetizer for football and holiday season. It came from the chef at Prairie View A & M University.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb  tomatillo
• 1  tablespoon  chopped garlic
• 1⁄4 cup cilantro, chopped (loosely packed)
• 1  lime, juice of
• 1⁄2 cup  mashed avocado
• 1  teaspoon  chopped  jalapeno
•  salt
• 1  lb queso fresco (Mexican cheese)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil.
3. Remove husks from tomatillos.
4. Boil tomatillos for about two minutes or until soft.
5. Remove tomatillos from water and place in a blender or food processor.
6. Add garlic, cilantro, lime juice, avocado, jalapeño and salt.
7. Purée until smooth.
8. Place cheese in ovenproof serving dish.
9. Pour sauce over cheese and bake for 20 minutes.
10. Remove from oven and serve with tortilla chips.