Dulce De Leche

October 31, 2008 – 12:01 am

After posting the Dulce de Leche Pie recipe , we were bombarded with questions regarding  DULCE DE LECHE, what does it taste like, where to get, best brands, cost etc… so we put together this little guide

Dulce de leche is a latin sweet, decadent milk base sauce. It’s made by mixing milk and sugar, and cooking for a very long time at different temperatures to obtain a wonderful caramel color and smooth consistency

One of my girlfriends summed it up so well the first time she tried it : “this stuff is better than sex!”

Please note: TomatoJam makes no guarantees, and is simply stating an anecdotal claim :)

Dulce de Leche is wonderful as an ingredient and can be stirred in to puddings and creams.

It is also used as a topping for ice creams, pound cake or cookies

Cut ripe bananas and top with a spoonful of Dulce de Leche for a 2-minute dessert !

Where can we find it? And how much does it cost?

Check your local grocery store! It can be found in the Ethnic food aisle, the jelly and jam aisle, and/or the section where they have ice cream toppings. Gourmet stores also carry several versions.

Be prepared to pay around $7 at the grocery store or $16 at a gourmet store for a fancier version.

Some of our favorites Dulce de Leche come as imports from Argentina and are reasonably priced:

La Paila 15.8 Oz ($6)

 

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Dulce de Leche is made by blending hot milk, sugar, and vanilla. The milk for this authentic Argentine product comes from cows on a local farm that is used immediately, bypassing the typical tanks, trucks, and storage vats, and preserving the utmost quality. Artisan tradition and modern technology results in an exceptionally flavorful product that is smoother and creamier than other brands. Dulce de Leche is practical, full of nourishment, and can be eaten alone or spread on bread like butter. It is also ideal for filling crepes or as a topping for waffles, fruit or ice cream. It is also a spectacular addition to coffee.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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La Salamandra 16 Oz ($9)

La Salamandra Dulce de Leche from Argentina 16oz La Salamandra Dulce de Leche from Argentina 16oz           

La Salamandra Argentine Dulce de Leche is made by blending cow’s milk, sugar, and vanilla. Dulce de Leche is made of top quality raw materials. La salamandra milks their own cows daily and the milk is used immediately without passing through tanks, trucks, or storage areas where it could spoil. Artisan tradition and modern technology results in an exceptionally flavorful product that is smoother and creamier than other brands. La Salamandra Dulce de Leche is first-ranked in local Argentine comparative tastings, where it is prized for its depth of caramel flavor. Dulce de Leche is practical, full of nourishment and can be eaten alone, or spread on bread like butter. It is also ideal for filling crepes or as a topping for waffles, fruit, or ice cream. It is also a spectacular addition to coffee! Certified KOSHER Gold Trophy Winner, Outstanding Spread/Sweet Topping - 2000 Fancy Food Show.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 Dulce De Leche

Chile’s Nestle La Lechera   13 OZ for $3.75  is available through: 
Buy Authentic Mexican Food at MexGrocer.com!

 

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