Chop the meat roughly, (or purchase ground pork), together with the fat. Toast the chilies well, turning them from time to time so they do not burn. While they are still warm and flexible, slit them open and remove the seeds and veins. As they cool off they will become crisp. Grind the spices together […]

Place olive oil and garlic in 9-inch e-proof pie plate. Microwave on HIGH (100% power) 45 seconds. Drain pinto beans, reserving 1/3 cup of juices. Add beans and reserved juiced to garlic mixture in microwave-proof pie plate. Mash beans with potato masher until all are broken up. Stir in pepper. Cover with wax paper and […]

To peel tomatoes, dip them in boiling water for 30 seconds; plunge into cold water. Slip skins off; chop tomatoes. Combine chopped tomatoes with onions, celery, green bell pepper, olive or cooking oil, green chili peppers, vinegar, mustard seed, coriander seed, salt, and pepper. Cover; refrigerate several hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. Serve as a […]

In storage container with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; mix well. Seal tightly. Store in cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Makes 21 teaspoons (about 1/2 cup). Seven teaspoons of mix equal a 1.25 oz. pkg. of purchased taco seasoning mix. TIPS: Cumin, an herb, is ground from cumin seeds, and there is […]

Layer in a 9 x 13″ pan nacho chips, browned ground beef. Mix green pepper, onion, and tomatoes; layer. Top with mozzarella cheese and put in oven at 350 until cheese melts.

salt, pepper Heat oil, add fideo and cook until lightly browned. Add onion and cook until tender. Add garlic, tomato sauce and water and season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Thats the plain version…we always added ground beef to ours….we would fry […]

In a large saucepan, heat 6 cups of water with the brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves over moderately high heat until the mixture is hot, but do not let it boil. Add the coffee, bring the mixture to a boil, and boil it, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Strain the coffee through a fine […]

* squeeze seeds and juice from tomato ~- Mix taco seasoning with sour cream. Starting with beans and ending with cheese layer ingredients in 8×8″ square pan.

Slice pork across grain into 1/8″ strips. Marinate pork strips in garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, orange juice, vinegar and hot pepper sauce for 10 minutes. Heat heavy skillet or griddle until hot. Add the tablespoon of oil, onion, green pepper and pork strips; stir fry until pork is no longer pink, about 3 ~ 5 […]

In hot bacon grease, cook 1 1/2 Cups rice til golden brown. Add seasonings, chopped pepper and onion, and tomato sauce. Pour all this into boiling water. Reduce heat, cover and cook 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat, leave covered and let steam a few minutes. Doubles nicely