Calabacitas

Calabacitas is a Mexican squash soup. You can add chicken, chicken broth (for those that like it soupier), or enjoy as is. Recipe found from instagram

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

For the salsa, heat a pot of water to boiling, then add 2 large Roma tomatoes and 1 jalapeno. Let boil for about 5 minutes (until tomato starts to peel). Take out, and add to blender with 1 cup water, 2 garlic cloves, and salt to taste. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Add oil to pot and fry 1/2 small white onion and corn for about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the tomato and pepper to taste. Fry for another 3 minutes, until tomato is mushy.

Step 4

Add salsa, oregano, and salt to taste. Cover and cook for 5 minutes (at a simmer).

Step 5

Add the Mexican squash, mix, cover again, and cook for 10 minutes (continue to simmer)

Step 6

Add the queso fresco on top, cover, and cook for another 3 minutes.