Nicaraguan Cheese Soup, an Easter tradition

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while processed cheese is often more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and healthier, while water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk provides a dairy-free option, while water is cost-effective.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: store-brand tortillas

Whole grain offers more fiber, while store-brand options are usually less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Sauté sliced onion, green pepper, and smashed garlic until softened.

Add sliced tomato and cook until softened.

Pour in water and bring to a simmer.

Stir in maseca and simmer until thickened.

Add milk and queso fresco, stirring until melted and creamy.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with mint.

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