Baked Fideo Recipe

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   In a blender jar, combine the tomatoes, garlic, onion, water, and salt.

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   Puree till smooth and set aside.

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and lightly oil a medium baking dish.

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   In a large heavy sauce pan heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium-low heat.

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   Add in the pasta and saute/fry, stirring frequently, till golden brown-brown.

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   Be careful not to burn the noodles.

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   Add in the chiles and continue stirring over the heat for 2 min more.

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   Add in the tomato puree and the chicken broth to the pan and stir together till the liquid comes to a simmer, then transfer to the baking dish.

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   Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 10 to 15 min, till all the liquid has been absorbed and the noodles are tender.

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    Remove the foil from the pan and distribute the cheese over the top and increase the oven heat to 400 degrees.

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    Cook for 10 min more, till the top is bubbling and golden brown.

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    Serve with a slice or possibly 2 of avocado and a sprinkling of cilantro.

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    This recipe yields 6 to 8 servings.

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