Post by blackcrowheart on Sept 22, 2006 11:34:29 GMT -5
Calabacitas
This recipe combines two Native American crops, squash and corn, with
chile. One of the most popular dishes in New Mexico, it is also so
colorful that it goes well with a variety of foods.
* 3 zucchini squash, cubed
* 1/2 cup chopped onion
* 2 to 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
* 1/2 cup chopped green New Mexican chile, roasted, peeled, stems removed
* 2 cups whole kernel corn
* 1 cup heavy cream
* 1/4 cup grated Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
Sauté the zucchini and onion in the butter until the squash is
tender.Add the chile, corn, and cream. Simmer the mixture for 15 to 20
minutes to blend the flavors and thicken the sauce. Add the cheese and
heat until the cheese is melted.
Serves: 4 to 6
Heat Scale: Medium
This recipe combines two Native American crops, squash and corn, with
chile. One of the most popular dishes in New Mexico, it is also so
colorful that it goes well with a variety of foods.
* 3 zucchini squash, cubed
* 1/2 cup chopped onion
* 2 to 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
* 1/2 cup chopped green New Mexican chile, roasted, peeled, stems removed
* 2 cups whole kernel corn
* 1 cup heavy cream
* 1/4 cup grated Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
Sauté the zucchini and onion in the butter until the squash is
tender.Add the chile, corn, and cream. Simmer the mixture for 15 to 20
minutes to blend the flavors and thicken the sauce. Add the cheese and
heat until the cheese is melted.
Serves: 4 to 6
Heat Scale: Medium