Making tortillas Karen Hursh Graber

Once you have acquired your tortilla press and a comal or griddle, all you will need is some waxed paper, cut into squares to fit the dimensions of the tortilla press, to keep the dough from sticking. Although tortillas are baked on a dry surface, a little oil can be applied to the griddle or comal with a paper towel if the tortillas stick to the surface at first. read more

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Cheese Baked in Toasted Avocado Leaves: Queso Fresco al Horno Karen Hursh Graber

This easy and delicious botana, or snack, is good with before-dinner drinks and on the buffet table. If using very fresh queso fresco, place it over a colander to drain off the whey before baking. M... read more

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The five senses of Frida Maggie Van Ostrand

Frida Kahlo was a captivating artist and an intriguing, seductive woman. If we hadn't figured that out from the many books written about her, we would certainly have gotten the point from the motion pi... read more

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Michoacán-Style Rice with Chorizo: Morisqueta con Chorizo Karen Hursh Graber

In this recipe, the rice is good first and then combined with the other ingredients, making it a good way to use leftover cooked rice. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ¼ cup chopp... read more

meat side-dishes rice-and-grains Michoacán

Grill-Roasted Cheese: Queso Asado Karen Hursh Graber

No Central Mexican parillada would be complete without a round of leaf-wrapped queso fresco - farmer cheese - on the grill. Banana leaves are now found in many Latin grocery stores north of t... read more

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Nopales Salad Karen Hursh Graber

Ingredients: 1 kilo (2.2 lbs.) of cactus (nopal) paddles 1 onion - halved 4 C. water 2 Tbsp. salt 2 large tomatoes - chopped 1 large onion - chopped 4 green chiles ... read more

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Green chiles with Mexican cheese: Rajas con queso Karen Hursh Graber

Ingredients 1 kilo (2.2 pounds) green chiles (poblanos) 3/4 kilo (1.5 pounds)) tomatoes, chopped 2 large onions, chopped 4 tablespoons oil 3 teaspoons salt 1/2 kilo (1.1... read more

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Requeson cheese with fried tortilla triangles: Resqueson botanero con totopos Karen Hursh Graber

Requesón is a soft, white cheese, similar to ricotta in consistency, though not as sweet. If ricotta is used in place of requesón, blending it with cottage cheese until smooth will produce a taste si... read more

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Fried Mexican cheese with epazote and tomatillo sauce: Queso frito con salsa de epazote y tomate verde Karen Hursh Graber

This recipe is a house specialty at Chialingo's restaurant in Cholula. It makes a good appetizer for a Mexican dinner, or could be served with a salad as a light lunch or supper. Epazote goes particula... read more

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Mexican cheese soup: Crema de queso Karen Hursh Graber

There are many versions of this soup, a specialty of the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua. Gouda cheese also works well in this recipe, which should be prepared immediately before serving. Ingredie... read more

cheese vegetarian soups side-dishes Chihuahua

Mexican steamed carrots with vanilla: Zanahorias al vapor con vainilla Karen Hursh Graber

Among the most charming presentations of any vegetable, these herb-wrapped bundles of baby carrots are a specialty of Cuetzalan and the surrounding mountain towns. Served by the locals, the carrots are... read more

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Veracruz-style black beans: Frijoles negros a la veracruzana Karen Hursh Graber

The small, distinctively-flavored black beans of Veracruz which so charmed the tastebuds of the early Spanish settlers are still famous throughout Mexico for their high-quality, tenderness and taste. The method of preparation is typical of the eastern coastal area of the country. read more

vegetarian side-dishes beans-and-legumes Veracruz

Mexican cowboy beans: Frijoles charros Karen Hursh Graber

A Norteño dish originating in Tamaulipas, this is the classic accompaniment to the grilled beef dishes of northern Mexico. It is an ideal make-ahead dish, especially good with barbeque, improvi... read more

vegetables pork side-dishes beans-and-legumes Tamaulipas

Mexico's irresistible bakeries and breads: Las panaderias Karen Hursh Graber

Como pan caliente - "like hot bread"- is the expression used in Mexico to indicate something that is popular, best selling, or in demand. And indeed, going for hot bread is one of the daily culinary ro... read more

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Savory dinner loaves: Mochos Karen Hursh Graber

These elegant loaves, mildly flavored with onion and garlic, reflect the sophistication that the French influence brought to Mexican baking. They are served as an accompaniment to the cream soup course... read more

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Guacamole Camille Collins

I love it. There is no better way to savor an avocado than in a good guacamole. What makes a good guacamole, though, is a matter of opinion. I was invited to a friend's house for dinner a while back a... read more

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Mushrooms in vinaigrette: Hongos en escabeche Karen Hursh Graber

Wild mushrooms are found in abundance in the states of Puebla, Tlaxcala and Estado de Mexico during and after the rainy season, and used in soups, quesadillas and vegetable dishes. Although the comadre... read more

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