Place the meat in a large Dutch oven and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat and skim the surface. Lower the heat and add the bay leaves, garlic cloves and 1 t salt. Cover and cook over low heat for one hour or until the meat is tender. Let cool […]
Mexican
Mexican Bread Pudding (capirotada)
Use Monterey Jack cheese if you prefer. Heat brown sugar, water, margarine, cinnamon and orange peel to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Layer half the bread cubes, almonds, (or walnuts) raisins, apple and cheese into ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole; repeat. Pour hot syrup over top. Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven until […]
Turkey Enchiladas
Combine turkey with sour cream, cheese and 1 ts salt. Heat 1/3 c oil and dip tortillas in until soft and drain. Stuff with turkey mix and roll. Arrange side-by-side with seam side down in shallow pan. TURKEY SAUCE Rinse seeds from chillies and chop. Saute with garlic in oil. Add stewed tomatoes, onions, 1 […]
Mexican Chocolate Sauce
In top of double boiler combine all ingredients and cook, stirring constantly for 10 minutes. Serve over pound cake or ice cream. To store, pour into a jar and cover. Sauce keeps in refrigerator up tp 3 months. To warm sauce, set jar in pan of hot water over low heat.
Traditional Calabacitas Con Leche
Saute squash in butter until soft. Reduce heat and add corn, onions, salt, pepper and green chili. Mix well and add milk. Simmer until well blended. Add cheese and cover until cheese is melted.
Chili Cheese Log
Beat chili seasoning with cream cheese and salsa. Shape into a log and top with chopped nuts and Jack cheese. Chill until firm. Decorate as desired. Serve with assorted crackers and vegetables.
Chicken With Pineapple Salsa
Make pineapple salsa by mixing together in small bowl, cilantro, ginger root, 1/8 tsp salt, tomato, pineapple, onion, chilies and lemon juice. Set aside. In fry pan, place butter and melt over medium heat. Add chicken and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Saute, turning, about 6 minutes or until light brown on all sides. […]
Enchilada Bean Bake
Preheat oven at 350. Prepare a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray. In a skillet over low heat, cook garlic, onion, and mushrooms in 1/4 cup water until tender. Add beans, tomatoes, wine, chili powder, and cumin. Heat over medium-high heat until boiling; reduce heat and simmer about 30 minutes or until most of […]
Enchiladas Verdes (green Enchiladas)
Fry tortillas in fat to soften. Heat garlic in oil then discard garlic. Blend flour into oil. Stir in green chili sauce and heat thoroughly. If mixture is too thick, add water. Add salt to taste. Layer tortillas with sauce, minced onion and cheese on oven-proof plates. Sprinkle cheese on top. Use 3 tortillas for […]
Southwest Cheesecake
-FILLING – 1 lb Ground beef 16 oz Cream cheese 2 Eggs 2 c Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cn Refried beans 4 oz Green chilies, chopped 1 tb Chili powder 1 tb Dried onion 1 tb Cilantro, chopped 1/2 ts Oregano 1 ts Garlic, chopped -TOPPING – 1 1/2 c Sour cream Green onions, chopped […]