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Mexican Street Corn Flatbread Is Saucy, Cheesy Perfection

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August 1, 2022

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We’re fans of any food you eat off a stick, but Mexican street corn is one of our favorites. Juicy corn on the cob slathered with creamy lime and chili sauce, rolled in cotija cheese and cilantro? Sign us up.

We’ve riffed on this classic street food more ways than we can count—nachos, tacos, even enchiladas—and we’ve loved every version, but this Mexican street corn flatbread is our new go-to. Here, we’re taking the creamy tangy sauce that usually goes on the corn, spreading it over pre-made pizza dough instead, and loading it up with corn, more chili, and lots of cheese. Twenty minutes later, it’s crispy, corny perfection.

Read on for more tips on this easy flatbread. Looking for yet another riff on the classic? Check out our Mexican street corn salad.

What is Mexican street corn?

Mexican street corn, or elote, is a popular street food in Mexico. It’s grilled corn on the cob that’s coated in a mixture of mayo, sour cream, lime juice, and chili powder, then rolled in cotija cheese and cilantro. It’s creamy, juicy, spicy, and tangy all at once…can you tell we’re obsessed?

Should I let my pizza dough rest before I roll it? What if it springs back at me?

If your pizza dough is truly at room temperature, chances are it’s already plenty rested. But if the dough seems tight or keeps springing back at you as you’re working with it, you can try resting it for 30 minutes, covered, at room temperature. This should relax it more and make it easier to work with.

Can I use pre-cooked flatbread instead of pizza dough?

Yes… but hear us out. Using pre-made dough and baking the flatbread with the toppings allows that creamy sauce and corn and cheese to meld into the crust, producing one cohesive flatbread. If, on the other hand, you use a pre-cooked flatbread crust, you might save a few minutes in the oven (it’ll take 10 to 15 minutes instead of 20), but you’ll end up with a piece of thin bread with toppings melted over it. See the difference? It’s worth rolling out that pizza dough.

Do I need to pre-cook the corn?

Absolutely not. If you’re using fresh corn, you can cut it off the cob and use it raw. If you’re using frozen corn kernels out of a bag, you’ll probably want to thaw and drain them before using; you don’t want water leaching into the flatbread.

What’s cotija cheese? What can I sub if I can’t find it?

Cotija cheese is a crumbly, salty cheese that’s popular in Mexico. It’s a common ingredient in many Mexican dishes, including migas and chilaquiles, so it’s available in many American stores. If you’re having trouble finding it, you can substitute feta cheese or queso fresco.

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Monster Cookies

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11 months ago

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October 20, 2022

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No Halloween celebration is complete without these cute-and-creepy monster cookies. Made with a simple

Betty Crocker™ Sugar Cookie dough and flavored with cocoa powder, these crisp cookies are delicious all on their own. And once sandwiched together with tinted Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting and decorated with sanding sugar and candy eyeballs, they’re downright irresistible.

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Yields:

12

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Ingredients

1
(17.5-oz.) package Betty Crocker™ Sugar Cookie Mix
1/3 c.
plus 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp.
powdered sugar
1/2 c.
(1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1
large egg
1
(16-oz.) can Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting
Blue, red, and green food coloring, Betty Crocker™ Candy Eyeballs, and Betty Crocker™ 4-Cell Sugars, for decorating

Directions

1. Step 1
  
  Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a large bowl, whisk Betty Crocker™ Sugar Cookie Mix, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Add butter and egg and mix with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until a dough forms and no dry spots remain. It will seem dry at first, but keep mixing and it will come together.
2. Step 2On a large cutting board, roll dough until 1/8″ to 1/4″ thick. Using a 3″ round cookie cutter, cut out as many rounds as possible. Do not remove rounds from cut dough. Refrigerate dough 20 minutes before peeling away scraps. Reroll scraps to cut out more rounds.
3. Step 3Preheat oven to 350º. Arrange rounds on prepared sheet, spacing 1″ to 2″ apart.
4. Step 4 Bake cookies until centers are set and edges are crisp, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
5. Step 5Separate Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting into 3 bowls, then color with blue, red, and green food coloring.
6. Step 6Place a generous spoonful of green frosting on bottom of a cookie. Top with another cookie, angling the edge upward to push some frosting out like a bubble. Place 1 to 3 Betty Crocker™ Candy Eyeballs into widest part of frosting. Holding the cookie, spoon or sprinkle green Betty Crocker™ decorating sugar over frosting. Repeat with other frosting colors and matching sugars. Refrigerate leftover cookies.

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16 Best Ravioli Recipes To Satisfy That Stuffed Pasta Craving

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11 months ago

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October 19, 2022

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Toasted Ravioli

We’re obsessed with ravioli, but most of the time we admit that the four pieces you get as a serving aren’t filling enough. That’s why it makes the perfect app. Breaded and fried, it’s so fun to eat ravioli with your hands and dipping it in plenty of marinara. Bonus! Toasted ravioli works in the air fryer too, meaning you can skip all of the oil for an even more perfect appetizer.

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Bourbon, Bacon, And Blue Cheese Steak Sliders

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11 months ago

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October 17, 2022

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If you picture miniature cheeseburgers when you hear “sliders,” allow us to introduce you to the ultimate upgrade. With a creamy Treasure Cave® Crumbled Blue Cheese-based spread, juicy slices of New York strip steak, and bourbon-glazed caramelized onions, this decidedly adult slider is guaranteed to please. Serve a couple along with some sides as a celebratory dinner, or let a tray make the rounds at your next party. No ketchup or mustard needed!

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Yields:: 12
Prep Time:: 1 hour 0 min
Total Time:: 1 hour 10 min

Ingredients

1
(1 lb.) New York strip steak, about 1¼” thick
Kosher salt
1/3 c.
mayonnaise
2/3 c.
(about 4 oz.) Treasure Cave® Crumbled Blue Cheese, plus additional for serving
Zest of 1 lemon, plus 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper
6
pieces (about 6 oz.) thick-cut bacon
1
large yellow or white onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 c.
bourbon
Extra-virgin olive oil
12
brioche slider buns
Unsalted butter, for toasting buns
12
large basil leaves

Directions

1. Step 1Place steak on a plate and season generously on all sides with salt. Some salt will come off when you pat the steak dry later, so don’t be shy–season with gusto. Let steak come to room temperature as you prepare components for sliders.
2. Step 2In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, ⅔ cup Treasure Cave® Crumbled Blue Cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to refrigerator until ready to serve.
3. Step 3Place a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook, flipping occasionally, until slices are crisp and golden, about 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
4. Step 4Remove all but 2 tablespoons bacon fat from pan, reserving any remaining fat for searing steak. Add onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden on the edges and starting to caramelize, about 12 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat if necessary to prevent burning. Add bourbon and stir to deglaze bottom of pan until nearly evaporated, about 30 seconds. Transfer onions to a bowl until ready to assemble sliders.
5. Step 5Wipe out skillet and place over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons reserved bacon fat, using olive oil as necessary if not enough bacon fat remains. When fat just begins to smoke, add steak. Sear until well caramelized and crusty on the underside, about 6 to 8 minutes. Flip, and continue cooking until steak is golden, about 4 to 6 minutes more; an instant-read thermometer stuck into the middle of steak should read 125° to 130° for medium-rare. Using a pair of tongs, hold one side of steak to the surface of the skillet, rolling back and forth as necessary to brown, about 1 ½ minutes. Repeat with the second side of steak.
6. Step 6Remove steak to a rack and let rest to allow juices to redistribute, 10 minutes. (If you prefer your steak room temperature, let rest up to 30 minutes.) Thinly slice against the grain. Taste a slice and season to taste with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
7. Step 7As steak rests, toast slider buns: Split buns in half. Place cast iron skillet back on the burner over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter. When melted, add as many buns will fit, cut sides down. Toast until lightly golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining buns, replenishing butter as necessary between batches.
8. Step 8Assemble sliders: Spread blue cheese mixture on both sides of the slider buns. Add a basil leaf to the bottom halves of the buns. Break the bacon slices in half and divide among the buns, along with the steak, caramelized onions, and additional Treasure Cave® Crumbled Blue Cheese. Using toothpicks, finish each slider with a bun top and serve.