Elevate Your Cooking with Gayo Azul: A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Get ready for a flavorful celebration as Josh Rosen, Brand Manager at FrieslandCampina, joins The Ash Said It Show!

In this episode, we dive deep into National Hispanic Heritage Month, exploring how food preserves culture, bridges generations, and brings families together around the dinner table.

Discover the fascinating history of Gayo Azul®—a brand with roots in the Caribbean in the 1950s that uniquely blends European cheesemaking craftsmanship with vibrant Hispanic culinary traditions.

Josh shares insights into their iconic portfolio, from the sharp, crumbly perfection of Gayo Azul Cotija to versatile favorites like Queso Blanco, Queso Para Freir, and Gouda.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

* The Heritage of Flavor: How Gayo Azul honors decades of tradition by uniting Dutch cheesemaking expertise with the dishes loved by Hispanic families.

* Mastering Cotija: Creative ways to use Gayo Azul Cotija beyond tacos—from soup and salad enhancers to the ultimate elote and breakfast upgrades.

* Cooking Traditions: Bringing generations together in the kitchen through shared meals, family recipes, and cultural storytelling.

* Chilaquiles Verdes Magic: Breaking down the star recipe of the season featuring crispy corn tortillas, tangy salsa verde, fried eggs, and a generous sprinkle of crumbled Cotija.

Whether you're looking for culinary inspiration for Hispanic Heritage Month or searching for the best cheeses for cooking, grilling, and melting, this episode serves up a delicious masterclass!

Featured Recipe: Chilaquiles Verdes with Gayo Azul Cotija

(Recipe Credit: Michelle Atwood of I Heart Publix)