Caldo de queso facts for kids
Caldo de queso is a yummy, traditional soup from northern Mexico. It's especially popular in a city called Hermosillo, Sonora. Its name means "cheese soup" in Spanish!
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What Goes Into Caldo de Queso?
This delicious soup is made with simple ingredients. First, you boil water, then add diced potatoes, onions, and tomato. Green chili (chile verde) and oregano give it a special flavor. Sometimes, people also add tomato puree or a little chicken broth for extra taste.
The Secret to the Cheese
The most important part, the cheese, is added right at the end. This is so it doesn't melt too much and stick to the bottom of the pot. People usually use queso fresco or queso cotija, which are types of Mexican cheese.
When the cheese touches the hot soup, it gets warm and becomes soft and chewy. It also melts just a little bit, giving the whole soup its special, cheesy flavor.
How to Enjoy Caldo de Queso
Caldo de queso is often served with chiltepin, which are small, spicy peppers. You can also eat it with totopos, which are crispy fried corn tortilla chips. It's a comforting and tasty meal!
See also
In Spanish: Caldo de queso para niños
