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Chongos zamoranos

Mexican curdled-milk dessert simmered in cinnamon syrup until soft and sweet.

Time
150min
Steps
4
Chongos zamoranos, photographed from above

Ingredients

6 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Warm the milk to 38°C (100°F), stir in rennet and rest undisturbed 1 hour until set.

    2. 2

      Cut the curd into squares, sprinkle sugar between and around them and add cinnamon sticks.

    3. 3

      Cook on the lowest heat, without stirring, 1.5 hours until the whey turns to a golden syrup and curds firm.

    4. 4

      Serve warm or chilled with the syrup.

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