People who know me well, know that I’m a stickler for authentic Mexican food. I don’t love Tex Mex although if it’s tasty enough, I’ll eat it! But real Mexican food is so very different from what we Americans have come to know as “Mexican.” Knowing that I love my tortillas fresh (I’ve been known to make them from scratch for certain dishes) and that I can tell the difference between jarred salsa and authentic, someone sent me this recipe and asked if this is the real deal. Huevos Rancheros. . .or country-style eggs is a filling dish that used … Continue reading →

What can you not do with a tortilla? In my house, tortillas are a staple in the refrigerator. They can be topped, stuffed, rolled into a tasty peanut butter and jelly sandwich, turned into a breakfast burrito to die for, or even fried to make crispy chips or tostada shells. Here’s a 15-minute recipe that is simple and flavorful—just right for those busy nights when no one feels like being in the kitchen. For this recipe you’ll need: ·1 14-1/2-ounce can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, cut up ·3/4 cup quick-cooking brown rice (you may also use white rice) ·2/3 cup water … Continue reading →