Capirotada Recipe: A Delicious Mexican Dessert

Capirotada is a traditional Mexican dessert that combines the flavors of bread, cheese, nuts, and syrup into a delicious and comforting treat. This sweet and savory dish is often enjoyed during Lent and other special occasions. It is a unique dessert that has a rich history and is loved by people all over Mexico. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this incredible dessert at home.

Ingredients

• 4 cups of water
• 1 cup of brown sugar
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 star anise
• 4 cloves
• 1 loaf of French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup of raisins
• 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts
• 1 cup of sliced bananas

Directions

1. In a saucepan, bring the water, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves to a boil. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. In a baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, followed by half of the cheese, raisins, nuts, and bananas. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
4. Remove the cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves from the infused syrup. Pour the syrup evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to become golden and crispy.
7. Once done, let the capirotada cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

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