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Manchego with Quince Paste

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Manchego with Quince PasteMark Thomas

Produced in the region of La Mancha, Queso Manchego is among Spain's most noteworthy cheeses. It is often served with quince paste (membrillo) — an inspired union of flavors. Spanish Manchego can now be found in many supermarkets. Quince paste is available at some supermarkets and specialty foods stores and online from thespanishtable.com.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

4-ounce wedge Manchego cheese, room temperature
4-ounce piece quince paste

Preparation

  1. Trim the rind from the Manchego cheese; cut into 6 wedges and place 1 cheese wedge on each of 6 plates. Cut quince paste into 6 slices; place 1 slice atop each wedge of cheese.

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