Oregano Flavored Oaxaca Cheese

  5.0 – 2 reviews  
Level: Easy
Total: 1 hr 5 min
Prep: 5 min
Inactive: 1 hr
Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup olive oil
  2. 1 tablespoon dried crumbled Mexican oregano
  3. 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  4. 5 cloves garlic
  5. One 10-ounce round disk Oaxaca cheese
  6. 2 bolillo rolls, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, oregano, chipotle powder and garlic until well combined. 
  2. Meanwhile, carve out about a 1-inch-deep hole in the center of the cheese to form a bowl. Place the cheese in a glass bowl and pour the olive oil mixture inside the cavity and all over the cheese, including the sides. Let stand for 1 hour at room temperature. Serve alongside sliced bolillo rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 6 servings
Calories 369
Total Fat 32 g
Saturated Fat 11 g
Carbohydrates 9 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 12 g
Cholesterol 50 mg
Sodium 420 mg

Reviews

Dr. Nathaniel Cochran
This was a hit with my family.  They couldn’t get enough of it.  Easy to make and delicious!
Austin Martin
Very easy to have on hand. Tastes great!

 

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