Mexican food is known the world over for its amazing spices, textures, and flavor combinations. Yet so many of us have never gone beyond tasting the more common dishes like nachos, burritos, and enchiladas. The good news is there is so much more to Mexican cuisine to taste, and you should start with the suggestions below. Chilaquiles A breakfast food that is delicious in both taste and … [Read more...]
Layered Mexican Lasagna
Vegetarian Mexican LasagnaIts turning chilly out here, and winds and clouds have suddenly replaced the nice warm sunshine that brightened our homes! I guess its time to bid farewell to the Summer season, after all. When its cold and cloudy out there, your heart and tummy yearns for something that is warm and comforting. Soups are the first that spring to your mind, followed by casseroles and hot … [Read more...]
Spanish (Mexican) Rice with Tomatoes & Black Beans
Spanish Rice with Tomatoes Corn & Black BeansI was totally oblivious to the fact that there is actually something called Spanish Rice, until I came to grad school in the US and on one of our grocery trips, I chanced upon a package of ready-to-eat Spanish Rice in one of the food aisles! However, now that I consider myself to be a food enthusiast, i can give you some interesting information about … [Read more...]
Mexican Pizza – Quick & Easy Appetizer Recipe
Hot & Crunchy Mexican Pizza with Caramelized OnionsWhen you are in for something hot and spicy, that is also crunchy, tasty and filling at the same time, take refuge in this quick and easy Mexican Pizza recipe. Unlike American pizza, which does take some time and preparation, the Mexican counterpart is very easy to pull off. With a can of re-fried beans and some whole-wheat tortillas at hand and a … [Read more...]