Chiles Rellenos de Queso

1. 1

   Preheat broiler.

2. 2

   Cut a small slit near stem end of each chile.

3. 3

   Place in a shallow pan, 2 inches below heat and broil, turning frequently, until blistered and lightly charred.

4. 4

   Immediately place chiles in zip top bag and seal.

5. 5

   Let stand for about 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove chiles from bag.

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   Leaving stems on chiles, peel off skins.

8. 8

   Carefully slit each chile down one side; snip off seeds and veins with small scissors.

9. 9

   Cut cheese into sticks about 1/2 inch wide, 1/2 inch thick and about 1 inch shorter than chiles.

10. 10

    Stuff cheese sticks into chiles.

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    Dust chiles with the extra flour.

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    In a blender, process egg yolks, milk, 1/2 cup (125 ml) flour and salt until smooth.

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    In a small bowl beat egg white until stiff; fold into yolk mixture.

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    Heat 1/4-inch oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.

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    Drop a large spoonful of egg mixture into pan; lay a stuffed chile in middle of egg mixture.

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    Top and enclose chile with another spoonful of egg mixture.

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    Cook 2 minutes or until golden-brown.

18. 18

    Gently turn and cook 2 or 3 minutes more or until golden.

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    Keep warm in a 200 degree (90 C.) oven.

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    Continue until all chiles are cooked.

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    To serve, spoon salsa over each serving and top with wedges of fresh lime, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.