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Quesada Pasiega

Cultural Context

Originating from the Cantabria region of Spain, Quesada Pasiega is a traditional dessert that reflects the area's pastoral heritage. Made primarily with fresh cheese, it showcases the simplicity and richness of local ingredients. This dish is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, embodying the warmth of Cantabrian hospitality. Today, Quesada Pasiega is beloved not only in Spain but has also found fans worldwide, often adapted with various flavorings and toppings.

SpanishESCantabriadessert
50 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
450 milliliters milk
2 large eggs
150 grams flour
80 grams butter
125 grams yogurt
100 grams sugar
half a lemon (optional)

fresh cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

1

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

2

Melt the butter.

3

In a mixing bowl, add milk, eggs, flour, butter, yogurt, sugar, and optionally lemon zest and juice.

4

Mix well using an electric blender or by hand.

5

Lightly grease a baking form with oil or butter.

6

Pour the mixture into the greased baking form.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for around 45 minutes.

8

Check if it's ready by inserting a metallic needle or knife; if it comes out clean, it's done, otherwise bake for an additional 5 minutes.

9

Let it cool before serving.

10

Store in the fridge.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

electric blenderbaking formovenbalance

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

QuesadaQuesada de Cantabria
Local Name: Quesada Pasiega

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