Queso Panela Con Orégano (Panela Cheese With Oregano)

Submitted by Honey Sweet

"Panela is a fresh white cheese known for its versatility. It can be eaten alone as a dessert with slices of "ate" (fruit paste) or in this flavorful way combined with oil and oregano. Queso fresco or a fresh mozzarella that is packaged with its whey can be substituted."

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 500 g panela cheese
• 6 garlic cloves
• 1⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1⁄3 corn oil
• 2 tablespoons ground oregano

directions

1. Place cheese in an earthenware or ovenproof dish. Pierce the outside of the cheese with a fork.
2. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, olive oil, corn oil and oregano until they are thoroughly blended. Pour over the cheese. Refigerate, covered, for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. During this time, baste the cheese with the oil 3 or 4 times.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the cheese for 15 minutes or until slightly soft. Serve warm with crackers or sliced bolillos (hard bread rolls).