If your in the mood for something spicy, a bold wine with big flavor is what you need. A "signature grape" in Argentina is the Malbec grape. It is generally used for blending but a great choice among red wines. This wine carries full fruit flavors such as plums which bring out great characteristics of earthy tannins. When it comes to pairing food and wine, you can't go wrong with a red meat and Malbec wine.
***Recipe for thought*** Savory Double Cheese Quesadilla's with Malbec Wine
1 pound of lean ground beef or sliced steak 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 can of Old El Paso Enchilada Sauce 2 cups Mexican Blend Cheese
8 to 10 flour tortilla Light Spray Cooking Oil
1 pkg of taco seasoning mix 1 cup of sour cream or salsa (optional)
In a large skillet, brown meat on medium-high. Then add taco seasoning mix as directed on package. Heat a flat griddle or press grill for making the quesadillas. On a plate, spoon out about 2 tablespoons of seasoned meat on tortilla. Then layer with 2 to 3 tablespoons of sharp cheddar cheese and Mexican blend cheese. Last, add about 11/2 tablespoon of enchilada sauce. Spray cooking oil on griddle or grill to prevent stinking. Fold over quesadilla and place on griddle or grill to crisp golden brown and cheese is well melted. This recipe makes about 8 to 10 quesadillas. Serve with cool sour cream or salsa and enjoy your fiesta with a great red wine.
