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Queso Fresco

$9.39 Queso Fresco Cheese Mexican style fresh farmer's crumbling cheese, excellent for taco's, beans, soups and salads. Queso Fresco translates to "fresh cheese". With its crumbly texture and slightly acidic flavor it can be crumbled atop beans, salads or even rice dishes or used to stuff chiles or for quesadillas. It was originally imported into Mexico by the Spaniards and has become a staple in many households. This delicious white cheese can be eaten as is, crumbled over foods or baked in any of your favorite recipes since it softens but does not melt.