Cheese and Salsa

OU812 · April 28, 2010, 07:08:23 AM

DTAggie

Bout how many limes does it take to get 1 cup lime juice?

Thanks.

DTAggie · April 28, 2010, 10:54:50 AM

I had four originally and was a bit short then had to get two more. So about 6 and they were medium size.

OU812 · April 28, 2010, 10:58:30 AM

6 it is.

Thanks.

bob_loblaw · May 28, 2010, 09:03:17 AM

DT Aggie

Used your recipe for the smoked salsa last night. 2:20 of pecan (only wood I have at the moment) Came out good with a fantastic smoke flavor. No heat though which was surprising b/c I put 10 big jalapenos in there. Gonna pick up some fresh ones tonight to mince and add to my portion.

And yes, it makes a TON of salsa.

Next time I think I will change two things. 1) mince the garlic and then smoke it on a piece of foil. I have a crappy food processor so there are some large chunks. 2) leave the seeds/membrane on half the peppers and make a mild and hot batch. Thanks for the recipe, have a great weekend everyone!

BuyLowSellHigh · May 28, 2010, 09:06:17 AM

Many fresh Jalapenos are quite mild - there are "sweet" varieties. If available in your area try substituting some Serrano for Jap's.

DTAggie · May 28, 2010, 09:21:38 PM

Funny this post came back up tonight. Earlier this evening I had my first taste of the cheese. The pepper jack had a smooth smoke hint and the cheddar had a stronger, but awesome smoke taste . My question, what is the best way to store cheese? I will be getting a FoodSaver tomorrow for my b-day. Can you freeze? How long will cheese keep in fridge before going bad?

Bob, glad you liked the salsa. I made it again with 12 peppers and again it did not have much heat. So either leave some seeds and membrane or use a Serrano's as BuyLow suggested. Its a bit of a balancing act with garlic as well as the last batch would linger on your tongue a while. I did not mind, but the wife..well.

ArnieM · May 28, 2010, 09:28:55 PM

I have both heard of and had vac cheese in the fridge for months, many months. No degradation - maybe even got better. You have family and friends - and me -? Just parcel it out.

DTAggie · May 28, 2010, 09:30:57 PM

Is it wrong to be greedy?

ArnieM · May 28, 2010, 09:51:16 PM

Quote from: DTAggie on May 28, 2010, 09:30:57 PM
Is it wrong to be greedy?

Naw. You smoked it so you can keep it. Just get some out when you have company :D

DTAggie · May 28, 2010, 09:53:35 PM

Heading out to the lease next month to start getting things ready. (Well we tell the ladies that) Really just to get away.

TestRocket · May 30, 2010, 03:36:27 PM

The salsa looks delicious and I hope I can find this recipe again one day when I have the time to try it!

classicrockgriller · May 30, 2010, 06:24:33 PM

Quote from: TestRocket on May 30, 2010, 03:36:27 PM
The salsa looks delicious and I hope I can find this recipe again one day when I have the time to try it!

Book Mark it!

Start you a file of links you save.

TestRocket · May 30, 2010, 07:52:44 PM

I did just that! So simple! Thanks! ;D

Quarlow · May 30, 2010, 09:31:58 PM

I put all the recipes I want to make on to "Notepad". Then when I had a bunch I got a small memory stick and now keep them on it so I don't lose them.

DTAggie · May 31, 2010, 01:57:59 PM

Glad people are trying it. My only caution would be watch the garlic if you are not a big fan and maybe start by putting four of the onions in. Just depends on how strong they are.