Mexican Black Bean and Corn Soup

I first found a recipe for this simply delicious , soul nourishing , great cold day soup in  a William’s Sonoma cook book, but ,as always had to change the recipe. As I am a vegetarian and love food with texture I altered a few of the recipe suggestions , this is my perfect snuggle [...]

Ojai Valley Inn Tortilla soup

On a recent vacation in cabo San Lucas in Mexico ,my son fell in love with Tortilla soup. After much searching for a good recipe I found this one from Country club in Ojai,California. Top this with crisp tortilla strips,chicken and cheese.In the case of vegetarians,I simply replace the chicken stock with vegetable stock and [...]

Churros Madrilenos

Churros are like a crispy ,cinnamon sugar doughnut that is sold by street vendors in Spain and Mexico. They are addictive and one is just not enough. They should be served warm. One note about the thick dough,do not try to force the paste through a pastry bag,the mixture is too stiff. Use a star [...]

Sangria

My theory on entertaining is simple, prepare ahead so I may enjoy the party as much as my guests. This is perfect for such an event. It is prepared im a 60 ounce pitcher and everyone can serves themselves, leaving you free to mingle with your guests. This super recipie comes from my favorite Mexican [...]

Fontina, corn and Chipole quesadillas

Quesadillas are satisfying and comforting. Their so quick to make simply with ingredients commonly founfd in your freezer or pantry, making them ideal for a quick lunch or snack, the fillings can be left to your imagination. I love Fontina because of the flawless way it melts, but any cheese of your choice will be [...]

Mexican Flan

I love this Flan. I first tried it at a friend’s apartment in NYC. It is creamy and delicious but different due to the addition of cinnamon and lemon.  Turns out this is another fabulous Rosa Mexicano NYC recipie Caramel 1 1/2 cups sugar   Flan 2 cups Milk zest of 1 lemon 1 stick [...]

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