November 1, 2011
pan de muerto

Pan de muerto is the ubiqutous baked good found at any Day of the Dead celebration.  It is a...

November 1, 2011
pumpkin

Mexican candied pumpkin or calabaza en tacha is a sweet treat prepared to celebrate Day of the Dead...

October 27, 2011
pumpkin seed

Usually around this time of year, we are drawn to hearty red sauces but I have a sauce that will...

October 26, 2011
sugar skulls

In Mexico instead of celebrating Halloween, they celebrate Day of the Dead or Día de los Muerto....

October 21, 2011
drinking chocolate

I have yet to meet anyone who doesn't love hot chocolate. My children like it when I mix up my...

October 18, 2011
rick bayless

Chef Rick Bayless is one of the foremost authorities on Mexican food.  He fell in love with...

October 13, 2011
tomatillos

If you are looking for a dish that is high in flavor but requires little effort then this Green...

October 12, 2011
salsa

Making your own salsa is easier then you think.  This arbol chile and roasted tomato salsa...

October 11, 2011
tomatillos

This recipe for vegetarian green chili with queso fresco is the perfect dish for a cold way. ...

October 10, 2011

Some of my favorite desserts are from Latin America.  I love the use of cinnamon and sweet...

October 9, 2011
tostada

Looking to add a little spice to your cooking?  These chipotle pork tostadas are the perfect...

October 8, 2011
tortilla

Flour tortillas have become a staple in American homes.  Whether it's to make a quick...

October 7, 2011
rice and beans

Cuban black beans and rice is a quick and easy meal that only requires one pot.  This recipe...

October 5, 2011
nachos with queso

Queso Blanco is possibly one of the most addicting foods for those of us with a "salt"...

October 4, 2011
tacos

Who doesn't love National Taco Day? You can toss just about anything inside the shell, and...

October 4, 2011
carnitas

Taquerias and Mexican restaurants are celebrating National Taco Day with discounted pricing and...

October 3, 2011
torta

A torta is a Mexican sandwich usually made with breaded pork or sliced steak.  This version is...

October 1, 2011
flan

Don't get me wrong, I love pumpkin pie but I think it's always nice to change up a pumpkin...

September 30, 2011
pupusas

Pupusas are a Salvadorean dish that are made by stuffing corn masa with cheese, beans, and pork....

September 29, 2011
carnitas

In the spirit of Hispanic Heritage month, I am posting a delicious recipe for carnitas.  Pork...

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