Tropical Cheese and Fruit Skewers  

Fruit skewers are an ideal appetizer for any gathering or party. This recipe for Fruit Skewers with Tropical Cheese combines the sweetness and freshness of the fruit with the naturally salty Queso de Freír, and the magic of the grill that takes the flavors and textures to another level.

These Fruit and Tropical Cheese Skewers are easy to prepare; you just have to cut the fruit and cheese into chunks, assemble them on the skewers, and put them on the grill. This recipe is a great idea for adults and kids alike to get delicious nutrients and protein.

Ingredients

• 4 wooden skewers, about 6 inches long
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped mint
• 1 tablespoon of orange juice
• 1 tablespoon of grated orange peel
• 1 10-ounce package of Tropical Queso de Freír
• 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 cup of watermelon chunks
• Fresh mint leaves
• Mint sprigs for garnish

Preparation

1. Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the honey, chopped mint, orange juice, and orange peel. Cut the Queso de Freír into 1-inch chunks and place them in the honey mixture with pineapple and watermelon chunks. Toss to mix well.
2. Preheat the grill or broiler. Skewer the Queso de Freír, pineapple, watermelon chunks, and mint leaves. Grill the skewers until the cheese is golden, turning once. Brush them with the remaining honey mixture. Garnish with mint sprigs. Yields 4 servings.