¡VIVA MÉXICO! Today, Mexico celebrates its declaration of independence from Spain back in 1810. As some may have noticed, I am trying to find, cook and enjoy recipes from all the states in Mexico. As of yesterday, that was 10 down, 22 to go (including the Federal District)! […]
This is a recipe from one of Mexico’s smallest states, officially known as El Estado Libre y Soberano de Querétaro de Arteaga. It is a state that is just northwest of Mexico City. This is a simple but delicious soup. Diana Kennedy tells us that she learned this […]
I make enchiladas often because they are “comfort food,” especially in the winter. But they are delicious year-round too. This recipe surprised me a bit: It has milk and egg in the sauce! I never would have thought of adding that to an enchilada sauce. So, of […]
I love enchiladas. They are simple or complex. And they can change character quickly depending on the sauce, the filling or even how you prepare them. I’ve even used leftovers, wrapped in a tortilla and topped with a red or green chile sauce or even mole. […]
This past winter, David and I escaped the Wisconsin weather for a while and met his family down in southern Mexico. Ixtapa and the beaches were great, but the market in Zihuatanejo was equally amazing. We had a great time shopping and came up with a nice dinner. […]