C is for Cajeta

A quick tutorial: Caramel is burnt sugar (milk optional). It is the Chardonnay of the burnt sugar universe – variable and versatile. Dulce de Leche is burnt sweetened milk. It's like a smooth, medium-body Merlot. Cajeta is burnt sweetened GOATS milk. Cajeta is the old, funky Burgundian Pinot. It’s may not please everyone, but it is unique and worthy of obsession.

Paris brought home a case (12 bottles) of Coronado brand Cajeta. Here's how I made an enormous amount of lovely burnt, sweetened goats milk disappear in less than a month.

 "Oreos" made with galletas Marias, which you can find in most grocery stores for about $0.90.

I don't know how Paris got these giant colorful wafers from Mexico to Hoboken without breaking them. They are neutral-flavored, crispy Cajeta carriers, the "bread" for Obleas "sandwiches".

Apples + Squeeze of Lemon + Bowl of Cajeta = Snack Perfection.

 

My favorite application: Cajeta and Almond Butter Sandwich. Bananas optional. I sprinkle a pinch of Maldon sea salt on top of the almond butter, especially when it’s going with something sweet.

Coronado makes a lovely, thick Cajeta. A future project is to make my own. Your project is to buy a jar and enjoy it now!

Comments

[Meredith G.C.]

I found some pre-made obleas at local grocery and the are yummy. Thanks for turning me on to Cajeta!