TALK TKL 10-25-97 - Part 1 (of 3) Globe Hopping: Tex-Mex and Mexican Cooking 7 Layer Mexican Dip Poem Fiesta Chili Corn Bread Tamale Squares Chile Rellenos Casserole Pastel De Elote (Mexican Corn Pie) Green Chile Burritos Hallacas Chili Nachos Sopa Seca (Mexican Rice) Guacamole Steak Fajitas Carol's Enchiladas Easy Mexican Pork Chops Tex Mex Chili in Cheese Bread Bowls Stuffed Chiles Chile Cheese Dip Chicken With Rice (Arroz Con Pollo) Taco Bell Enchirito Taco Bell Hot Taco Sauce Black Beans and Carnitas Spiced Black Beans Nacho Sauce Quick Nacho Sauce Bean Dip A La Dr. Pepper Classic Guacamole Basic Red Sauce Salsa de Chile Colorado Hot Chile Sauce Mr. Food's Snappy Southwest Dip Carne Adobada (Marinated Pork) Vegetable Bean Enchiladas Ninfa's Green Sauce Randy Red Salsa Dip
Betsy-TKL (8:18:35 pm) : From: Leanda Goss ldgoss@METRONET.COM To: Multiple recipients of list EAT-L EAT-L@LISTSERV.VT.EDU 7 Layer Mexican Dip Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Dips Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 Large Can Refried Beans 2 Cans Jalapenos -- or chilies 2 Tomatoes -- or more 1 Onion -- (optional) 16 Ounces Sour Cream 2 To 4 Avacados 2 Packages Taco Seasoning Shredded Cheese -- (Mozzarlla and chedd 1 To 2 Cans Olives Mix the refried beans and taco seasoning together (I also mix the chili's in with this, but some people put the chilis as a layer) Mix this really well (I used a food processor, but today I am going to use my mixer). This is the first layer. Put a layer of sour cream on top of the refried beans, taco seasoning and chilis. Next put a layer of well mixed/mushed avacados (you need enough to cover the pan, I use a cake pan normally) on top of everything else Next sprinkle cheeses on top (I just thought about it and I put the avacado first and then the sour cream, but I suppose it doesnt matter). I think the more cheese the better myself *grin*! Next cut up tomatoes and add as many as you like, which I like to use at least 2 cut up tomatoes. Last put chopped up olives. Put in the oven until the cheese is melted. I use a low heat so that everything else warms up. Last but not least pull out the chips and dip! Everyone really enjoys this dip. I hope you do too. Betsy - that's very close, the one I use has a layer of chicken seasoned with taco seasoning and I top it off with shredded lettuce, chopped tomato and more cheese. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:21:53 pm) : Untitled I didn't have potatoes So I substituted rice. I didn't have paprika So I used another spice. I didn't have tomato sauce I used tomato paste. A whole can, not a half can I don't believe in waste. A friend gave me the recipe. She said you couldn't beat it. There must be something wrong with me I couldn't even eat it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:24:19 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Fiesta Chili Corn Bread Recipe By : Pampered Chef Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : The Pampered Chef To Send Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- ---Crust--- 2 packages corn muffin mix -- (8.5 oz. ea.) 2 eggs -- slightly beaten 2/3 cup milk 1 can Mexican style corn -- (11 oz.) drained ---Filling--- 1 can no beans chili -- (15 oz) 1 cup cheddar cheese -- shredded 1 cup Monterey jack cheese 1/2 cup green onions (greens included) -- chopped 1 can Black olives -- (2.25 oz) chopped sour cream Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 2 Flan Pans with vegetable oil spray. Combine corn muffin mix, eggs, milk and corn in Batter Bowl. Divide batter in half and pour in each Flan Pan. Bake 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes and turn tarts out onto serving trays. In 1 1/2 quart Saucepan heat chili over medium heat. Divide chili in half and spread evenly in the well of each flan tart. Layer cheeses, green onions and olives over chili. Garnish with sour cream if desired. Yield: 12 servings or 24 sample servings. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:36:26 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Tamale Squares Recipe By : Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Beef Casseroles Mexican Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3/4 C Ripe Olives 1/4 C Diced Onion 1 C Diced Celery 1 Clove Garlic -- Minced 1 Lb Ground Lean Beef 1 Tbsp Cooking Oil 3 C Canned Tomatoes 3/4 C Cornmeal 1 3/4 C Whole Kernal Corn -- Cooked 1 Tbsp Salt 1 Tbsp Chili Powder 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce 1 C Cheese -- Grated Ripe Olives For Garnish 1. Cut olives from pits into large pieces. 2. Brown onion, celery, garlic and beef in oil. 3. Heat tomatoes, stir in cornmeal and cook for 5to 10 minutes. 4. Add corn, seasonings, olives and meat mixture, and blend well. 5. Pour into greased baking dish (6 x 9"), top with grated cheese and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : Cut in 6 squares and garnish each square with a whole ripe olive. * Exported from MasterCook * Chile Rellenos Casserole Recipe By : Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Casseroles Mexican Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 Cans (4 Oz Each) Whole Green Chiles 1 C Half And Half 2 Whole Eggs 1/3 C Flour 1/2 Lb Monterey Jack Cheese -- Grated 1/2 Lb Cheddar Cheese -- Grated 1 Can (8 Oz ) Tomato Sauce 1. Split open chiles, rinse out seeds and drain on paper towel. 2. In mixing bowl, beat half and half with eggs and flour until smooth. 3. In a separate bowl, mix jack cheese and cheddar cheese. (reserve 1/2 cup for topping). 4. In 1/2 quart casserole, arrange in alternate layers, the egg and flour mixture, chiles and cheese. 5. Pour tomato sauce over top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:39:30 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Pastel De Elote (Mexican Corn Pie) Recipe By : Colorado Cache Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 Large Eggs 1 Can Cream Style Corn -- 8 3/4Oz 1 Package Frozen Corn, Thawed And Drained -- 10Oz 1/2 Cup Butter, Melted 1/2 Cup Cornmeal 1 Cup Sour Cream -- 8Oz 4 Ounces Monterey Jack Cheese, Cut In 1/2-Inch Cube 4 Ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Cut In 1/2-Inch Cube 1 Can Chopped Mild Green Chiles -- 4Oz 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce Grease a 10-inch pie plate generously with shortening,. In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add remaining ingredients and stir until thoroughly mixed. Pour into pie plate and bake uncovered at 350 degrees for one hour. This pie may be baked and then kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat refrigerated pie at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. The pie may also be frozen after baking and kept frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : This may be served as a main luncheon dish or as a side dish for dinner. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:43:05 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Green Chile Burritos Recipe By : Colorado Cache Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 Pounds Lean Pork, Diced 3 Cans Chicken Broth -- 10 1/2Oz Each 2 Cans Chopped, Mild Green Chiles 1 Can Tomatoes, Chopped -- 16Oz 12 White Flour Tortillas 2 Cans Refried Beans -- 16Oz Each Flour 2 Cups Grated Cheddar Cheese 3 Cups Shredded Lettuce 3 Tomatoes, Chopped Simmer pork in broth until tender and thoroughly cooked. Add chiles and canned tomatoes. Simmer 15-20 minutes longer. Spread each tortilla with refried beans. Using a slotted spoon, put some pork mixture on each tortilla, reserving liquid to serve as sauce. roll each tortilla and place in a shallow greased baking dish. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 15 minutes, or until hot. Thicken sauce with a little flour and spoon over burritos. Serve topped with grated Cheddar, shredded lettuce and chopped tomato. linda/tennessee (8:44:39 pm) : sometimes i use rol-tel tomatoes instead of the chiles ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (8:47:24 pm) : From: Jodie Kain Newsgroups: rec.food.recipes Subject: Hallacas Hallacas serves 6 1.5 lb diced beef 1.5 lb diced pork 2 cups water 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup canned chickpeas 3 Tb olive oil 4 tomatoes, chopped 4 onions, chopped 2 green peppers, chopped 1/2 tsp dried ground chili peppers 4 Tb chopped parsley 4 tsp salt 3 Tb vinegar 1 tsp sugar 2 tsp capers 1/2 cup seedless raisins 1/2 cup sliced stuffed olives 3 cups corn meal 4 cups boiling water 1/3 cup butter 2 eggs, beaten Combine the beef, pork, water, and garlic in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for 45 minutes. Drain and chop coarsely. Add the chickpeas, mixing lightly. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the tomatoes, onions, peppers, chili, parsley, 2 tsp of the salt, vinegar, sugar, and the meat mixture. Cook over low heat for 15 mins, stirring occasionally. Add the capers, raisins, and olives. Mix lightly. Set aside. Mix the corn meal with a little cold water. Add to the boiling water in a saucepan, stirring constantly. Add the butter and remaining salt. Cook over low heat for 15 mins. Remove from the heat and add the eggs, beating until a smooth dough is formed. Butter a 3-quart round or square baking dish. Line it with 2/3 of the corn meal mixture and pour the meat mixture into it. Spread the remaining corn meal on top. Cover the dish with a piece of foil and tie it. Place in a pan of water. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour. In Venezuela the dish is prepared in the form of tamales. Banana leaves are used for wrapping the hallacas, but foil or parchment paper will serve as a substitute. Cut 10-inch squares of either paper. Spread about 4 Tb of the corn meal dough in the center and press as thin as possible. Place 2 Tb of the meat mixture on the dough and fold over, sealing the edges as well as possible. If the dough breaks, patch it with a little more dough. Fold the paper around the hallacas carefully and tie it securely. If foil is used, it is not necessary to tie it. Boil in a large saucepan of salted water for 1.5 hours. Serve in the papers. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:49:21 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Chili Nachos Recipe By : Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Mexican Tortilla Things Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 1/2 C Favorite Chili Recipe 6 Oz Tortilla Chips 1 1/2 C Cheddar Cheese -- Shredded 1/2 C Salsa -- Prepared 1/4 C Guacamole -- Prepared 2 Tbsp Sour Cream Pickled Jalapeno Peppers -- Sliced, Seeded 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2. Heat chili in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, until hot. 3. Spread half the tortilla chips on bottom of 10" glass pie plate. 4. Spoon half the chili over tortilla chips. 5. Sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat with remaining chips, chili and cheese. 6. Bake in 400 degree oven until cheese is melted, 6 to 8 minutes. 7. Top with salsa, guacamole, sour cream and jalapeno slices. Serve immediately. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:51:37 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Sopa Seca (Mexican Rice) Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Mexican Rice Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 Teaspoons olive oil 1/2 Teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 Cup chopped onions 1 Large tomato chopped 1 Cup uncooked -- converted rice 1 Small green pepper -- seeded and diced 1 Can chicken broth -- (13 ounce) 1 Dash red pepper 1/2 Teaspoon oregano 1/2 Teaspoon salt Heat oil in a Dutch oven over moderate heat. Add garlic, onion and tomato. Cover and cook 3 minutes, or until onion is soft. Add rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring until rice is shiny and hot.Stir in green pepper, chicken broth, red pepper, oregano and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees. 4 servings. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (8:51:42 pm) : Guacamole 1 ripe avocado 1/4 cup grated onion 2 tsp lime juice 1 tomato, finely chopped salt and pepper to taste 1 cup chopped tomato for garnish Mash avocado. Mix with onion, lime juice, chopped tomato, salt, and pepper. Use 1 cup chopped tomato for garnish. Guacamole 3 large ripe avocados 1 large tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 tablespoon minced onion 1 large tomato, diced 1 small fresh green chili 1. Cut avocadoes in half and remove pit. Scoop out pulp with a spoon. 2. In a large mortar (molcajete), mash avocados, onion, tomato, and chili. (Mocajete gives it a delicate spicy flavor.) 3. Add lemon juice and salt, mix thoroughly. 4. Serve with corn chips. Guacamole 4 ripe avocados 1 small onion 1 small tomato juice of one lemon 1/2 tsp salt 1 clove garlic 1 tablespoon cilantro 1 jalapeno Chop everything finely and mash together in a large bowl. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:53:30 pm) : * Exported from MasterCook * Steak Fajitas Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Beef Mexican Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 lbs skirt steak 2 large yellow onions 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 16 tortillas 2 cups grated cheese 3 cups guacamole MARINADE 1 cup lime juice 1 Tbsp ground black pepper 2 Tbsp garlic -- minced PICO DE GALLO 1/2 cup fresh cilantro -- chopped 2 scallions -- chopped (green onions) 2 large tomatoes -- chopped 1 tsp garlic -- minced Combine marinade ingredients in a large glass baking dish. Peel the fatty membrane from both sides of the skirt steak. Add meat to marinade and marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Make the pico de gallo: combine all of the ingredients in a small serving bowl. Slice the yellow onions into 1/4-inch slices, and cut each slice into a semicircle. Grill the meat until it is cooked slightly less than the way you like it. Meanwhile, saute the onions in the oil until they are soft. After removing the meat from the grill, slice it into strips that are cut across the grain. The strips should be 3-4 inches long and 1/4 inch thick. Add the strips to the onions in the pan, and fry for another minute or two. Place on the table the pan full of meat, the bowl of pico de gallo, a basket with the tortillas, a bowl with the guacamole, and a bowl with the grated cheese. You may wish to provide picante sauce in addition. NOTES Skirt steak is somewhat like flank steak: somewhat tough, and with a very stringy texture. It is covered on both sides with a fatty membrane that must be removed or the meat will be very tough. The key to good fajitas is the proper removal of this membrane. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- CarolB, Fl (8:53:58 pm) : Here is what you do vicki. Buy corn tortillas. Dip them in hot oil and then in enchilada sauce. Old El Paso is OK. Brown some ground beef . Cut up an onion or two and some cheese. Wrap the coated shell around spoonfuls of beef, cheese and onion, roll up. Cover with more sauce and bake, til cheese is melted. YUM ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:56:26 pm) : Easy Mexican Pork Chops Recipe By : Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Mexican Pork Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 6 loin pork chops -- 1/2 inch thick 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup long grain rice -- raw 8 oz. tomato sauce 1/2 env. taco seasoning 1 medium green pepper -- chopped 1/2 cup cheddar cheese -- grated 1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Lightly sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Cook until both sides are well browned. 2. In a 13 x 9 inch glass baking dish combine rice, water, tomato sauce and tace seasoning. Mix well. 3. Slice top and bottom off of green pepper; remove seeds. Slice into thin rings. 4. Place pork chops in the baking dish on top of the rice mixture; layer green pepper rings on top of pork chops. 5. Cover with lid or aluminum foil, and bake for 1 1/2 hours. 6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with cheddar cheese; return to ven and bake until cheese is melted 5-10 minutes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (8:59:47 pm) : Tex Mex Chili in Cheese Bread Bowls 3 large onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large jalapeno pepper, finely chopped 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil 4 1/2 lbs boneless chuck roast, finely diced 1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 2 1/4 tbsp dried whole oregano 1/2 cup chili powder 1 (28 oz.) can whole tomatoes 1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes 5 1/4 cups water Combine first seven ingredients in a large Dutch oven; cook until meat is browned. Add chili powder, tomatoes, and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 to 3 hours, stirring frequently. Yield: 8 to 10 servings Crispy Cheese Bread Bowls Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Bread Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 package dry yeast 2 cups all purpose flour, divided 1 (5 oz.) jar sharp process cheese spread 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup shortening 2 tbsp. sugar 3/4 tsp. salt 1 egg, beaten 1 egg white 1 tbsp. water Combine the yeast and 1 cup flour in a medium mixing bowl; set them aside. Combine the cheese spread, water, shortening, sugar and salt in a small saucepan; heat to 105 degrees to 115 degrees, stirring constantly. Add the cheese mixture and 1 egg to yeast mixture; beat 30 seconds on low speed of electric mixer, scraping sides of bowl. Beat three minutes on high speed. Stir in remaining flour. Turn out on a lightly floured surface, and knead the dough for 1 to 2 minutes. Divide the dough into 8 equal size balls. On a lightly floured surface, roll each of the balls into a six inch circle. Shape the dough circles over the bottoms of well greased 10 oz custard cups. Place them om two greased baking sheets with dough side up. (The dough should not touch the pan.) Bake them a t 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven and carefully remove the bread bowls from the custard cups with a knife. Place bread right side up on baking sheets. Combine the egg white amd water and beat them until frothy. Brush egg white mixture over outside and inside of bread bowl. ( Do not brush outside bottom. ) Bake 5 additional minutes or until inside is browned. Invert and bake 5 additional minutes to brown edges. Serve warm. Yield: 8 bowls. Spoon chili into bowls, and sprinkle on your favorite condiments such as cheese, chopped scallions or lettuce. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:00:37 pm) : This recipe was taken from Comida Sabrosa, Homestyle Southwestern Cooking, Univ. New Mexico Press, 1982. These are best with fresh green chiles. 4 eggs 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 4 tablespoons flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 12 large, peeled, whole green chiles with stems 1 lb. longhorn cheese, cut into strips oil for frying Beat eggs until foamy; add baking powder, flour, and salt. Set batter aside. Slit each chile open lengthwise below stem and insert cheese. Dip stuffed chiles in batter and fry in oil until golder brown Dry on paper towel. Makes 12. Optional: For heavier batter, add 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal. Enjoy! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kathy, AR (9:01:26 pm) : Chile Cheese Dip 2 4oz cans chopped green chile peppers 3 green onions, chopped 1 medium avocado, chopped 1/4 lb sharp cheddar cheese 2 tblsp salad oil 2 cap fulls white vinegar salt & pepper to taste Mix together and serve with fritoes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (9:02:05 pm) : CHICKEN WITH RICE (ARROZ CON POLLO) 1/2 pound diced salt pork 3 to 4 pound fryer, cut in pieces 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 Tablespoons butter 1 clove garlic, crushed ( I add more) 2 peeled tomatoes or 1 cup drained canned tomatoes, cut into chunks 2 cups uncooked rice (long Grain) 4 cups regular-strength chicken broth or water 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Brown pork and set aside. Add chicken and olive oil to pan and brown. Cook onion in butter and add to chicken along with garlic, pork, tomatoes, rice, and broth or water. Add salt and pepper. Cook, covered, until chicken is tender and rice has absorbed the stock, adding more liquid if necessary to finish cooking the chicken. Serve with mashed pinto beans or refried beans, totillas, and salad. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (9:05:25 pm) : Taco Bell Enchirito 1 pound ground beef 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 Tablespoon dried minced onion one 30-ounce can refried beans 1 package 10- or 12-inch flour tortillas 1/4 onion, diced one 10-ounce can La Victoria enchilada sauce 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese one 2-ounce can sliced black olives Slowly brown the ground beef in a skillet, using a wooden spoon or spatula to separate the beef into pea-size pieces. Add the salt, chili powder, and minced onion. With a mixer or potato masher, beat the refried beans until smooth. Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan or in a microwave oven. Warm the tortillas all at once in a covered container, or wrapped in a moist towel in microwave. Set on high for 40 seconds, or warm individually in a skillet over low heat for 2-3 minutes each side. Spoon 3 Tablespoons of beef into the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle on 1/2 teaspoon diced fresh onion. Add 1/3 cup refried beans. Fold the sides of each tortilla over the beans and meat. Flip the tortilla over on a plate. Spoon 3 Tablespoons of enchilada sauce over the top of the tortilla. Sprinkle on 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Top with 3 olive slices. Makes 10. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- linda/tennessee (9:07:42 pm) : Taco Bell Hot Taco Sauce one-6-oz. can tomato paste 3 cups water 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 1/2 Tablespoons chili powder 2 1/2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar 1 Tablespoon minced dried onion 2 Tablespoons canned jalapeno slices ("nacho slices") Combine the tomato paste with the water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth. Add the cayenne pepper, chili powder, salt, cornstarch, vinegar, and the dried onion and stir. Chop the jalapeno slices very fine. You can use a food processor, but don't puree. The best kind of jalapenos to use are those bottles for nachos or pizza. Add them to the mixture. Heat the mixture to boiling. Continue to stir about 3 minutes and remove from heat. Let the sauce stand until cool, and then put in a tightly sealed container and refrigerate. This will last for 1 to 2 months. Makes 3 1/2 cups. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:08:48 pm) : Newsgroups: rec.food.recipes Subject: Black Beans and Carnitas Carnitas 1 pork butt (about 7 lbs) 1 1/2 qts. chicken broth 1 large onion, quartered 1 tbs. each coriander seed and cumin seed 2 tsp. oregano 4 canned chipotle chilies in sauce 2 tbs. sauce from canned chilies 2 bay leaves Water Salt Cut pork butt in large chunks. Add remainder of ingredients plus 2 quarts of water, or enough to cover the pork. Cover the pan and bring to boil on high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until meat pulls apart easily with fork (2-3 hours). Remove pork from broth with slotted spoon and place in a baking pan. Let stand until cool. (Can be refrigerated for 2 days.) Bake pork, uncovered in a 450 F oven until lightly browned and sizzling (about 20 minutes). Strain broth and use for Spiced Black Beans recipe. Spiced Black Beans 2 large onions, chopped 2 tbs. oil 1 1/2 qts. broth from carnitas (or chicken stock) 1 quart chicken stock 3/4 lb. dry black beans, rinsed 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste 6 cardamom pods (use seeds removed from pods) 2 tbs. mustard seed 1 tsp. oregano 1 tsp. cumin seed 1 cinnamon stick In a 4 to 5 qt. pan over medium heat, cook onions in fat until they are limp and lightly browned (about 20 minutes), stirring frequently. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer until beans mash easily (about 3 hours). Uncover and boil on high heat until reduced (about 30 minutes), stirring frequently, as beans will tend to stick. Serve with Carnitas, flour tortillas and condiments. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:11:17 pm) : From: Beth Yoder EYODER@BROWNVM.BROWN.EDU To: Multiple recipients of list EAT-L EAT-L@LISTSERV.VT.EDU Here's a recipe that my mom makes every year for the Super Bowl. It is great mixed in a crockpot, and left plugged in during the game. NACHO SAUCE 2 lb. Velveeta cheese 1 lb. cubed or grated cheddar cheese 2 cans chopped green chiles 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can evaporated milk salsa (enough to spice it up), if desired Melt the cheeses together (the microwave works great for this part). Put cheeses, chiles, and soup in crockpot on LOW. Stir in evaporated milk to desired consistency. Serve with lots of tortilla chips. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:11:59 pm) : I have one recipes tha ti can post and I am eating it right now and it is yummy 1 jar nacho chesse sauce 1 jar salsa mix the two together and micro until warm then eat with taco chips ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:15:44 pm) : Bean Dip A La Dr. Pepper Recipe By : Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Dips Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 each Can Red Kidney Beans -- drain 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste 2 tablespoons Oil 1 teaspoon Salt 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 each Clove Garlic -- minced 1/2 cup Dr. Pepper 4 ounces Can Green Chilies -- drained 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 cup Sharp Cheddar -- shredded Crisp Chopped Bacon Combine all ingredients except the last 2 in saucepan; heat to boiling. Pour into blender or electric mixer; add cheese. Blend on high speed until well mixed. Pour into warmer dish; cover with bacon. Serve with chips, crackers. Source: Cookin' with Dr. Pepper ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:16:22 pm) : Classic Guacamole Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Appetizers Dips Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 4 avocados -- seed,peel 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 clove garlic -- crushed 1 tomato -- finely chopped 1/4 cup onion -- finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 4 drops hot pepper sauce Tortilla chips Using a fork, coarsely mash avocado with lemon juice and garlic. Stir in remaining ingredient to blend. Garnish as desired and serve with tortilla chips. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:18:28 pm) : [from Marian Burros] Title: Basic Red Sauce Keywords: sauces, tomato, Mexican, vegetables Yield: 2 1/2 cups 8 Ancho chiles 3 1/2 c Water, warm 1/2 c Onion; chopped 2 Garlic clove; chopped 1/4 c Oil 8 oz Tomato sauce 1 T Oregano leaves; dried 1 T Cumin seed 1 ts Salt Cover chiles with warm water. Let stand until softened, about 30 minutes; drain. Strain liquid; reserve. Remove stems, seeds and membranes from chilies. Cook and stir onion and garlic in oil in a 2- quart saucepan until onion is tender. Stir in chilies, 2 cups of the reserved liquid and the remaining ingredients. Heat ot boiling, reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes; cool. Pour into a food processor workbowl fitted with steel blade or into a blender container; cover and process until smooth. Cover and refrigerate up to 10 days. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:20:47 pm) : Title: Salsa de Chile Colorado Keywords: sauces, chile, Mexican Yield: 6 cups 24 Chile, mild dried red; -like New Mexico or Anaheim 4 T Oil 10 Garlic clove; minced salt; to taste 6 T flour Wash chiles, stem and seed. Cook in boiling water to cover well 10 mins. or until soft. Remove and drain. Reserve liquid. Place chiles in blender with reserved water, and whirl until you achieve a pasty consistency. Heat oil in large skillet. Add garlic and flour and cook, stirring until flour browns. Add chile paste slowly to mix well with flour to a smooth paste. When all the chile paste is added, bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook until it thickens, 3-4 minutes. Thin with water to a thick, saucy consistency. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:22:16 pm) : -Begin Recipe Export- QBook version 1.00.14 Title: Hot Chile Sauce Keywords: sauces, vegetables, Mexican Yield: 1/2 cup 2 c Water 6 Chiles cascabel 1/4 c Red wine vinegar 1 ts Mustard, dry 1 Garlic clove 1/4 c Olive oil Heat water to boiling; stir in chilies. Boil uncoverd 5 minutes; drain. Remove stems. Place chilies, vinegar, mustard and garlic in a blender container; cover and blend until the chilies are finely chopped. Gradually pour in oil, blending until smooth. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:23:00 pm) : Mr. Food's Snappy Southwest Dip- 11/16/95 Recipe By : Source: WKBWTV Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Appetizers Dips Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- **Heart4Hom@aol.com** 1/2 cup picante sauce 1/4 cup sour cream 3/4 cup ricotta cheese 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes, until well blended (or place in a medium-sized bowl and mix well by hand). Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Yield: 1 1/4 cups - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : "Serve with tortilla chips or fresh veggies. And if you want to use lowfat ricotta cheese and substitute yogurt for the sour cream, go ahead!" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:23:04 pm) : Newsgroups: rec.food.recipes From: waring@ima.infomail.com (Sam Waring) Title: Carne Adobada (Marinated Pork) Keywords: pork, stews, Mexican Yield: 8 servings 4 lb Pork (ribs, chops or other) 2 ts Salt 3 Garlic cloves; crushed 2 ts Whole leaf oregano 1 qt Blended red chili sauce Sprinkle meat with salt. Add garlic and oregano to blended chili. Pour over meat and marinate in refrigerator 6-8 hours or overnight. Cook slowly on top of stove or in 350 oven until meat is done, about 1 hour. Thick slices of potatoes may be marinated with the meat. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicki,La (9:24:25 pm) : VEGETABLE BEAN ENCHILADAS 1 dozen tortillas [flour preferred to corn -cl] 3-4 cups enchilada sauce (recipe follows) Filling: 3 Tbsp. oil 1 onion, minced 1 green pepper, chopped fine 3 stalks celery, chopped 1 Tbsp. dried parsley 2 cups coarsely grated ZUCCHINI 2 cups green beans, chopped 1 Tbsp. cornmeal dash each of cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder 1 cup grated cheddar and/or jack cheese 2 cups cooked pinto, kidney or other beans [A good idea before you start on the enchiladas is to start on the sauce (following) and let it simmer while you prepare the actual enchiladas. -cl] Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Saute onion, pepper, celery and parsley in oil. Add vegetables and cook, covered until tender. Add cornmeal, seasonings, and beans. Fill tortillas with generous 1/3 cup vegetable mixture and roll to form enchilada. Place enchiladas in single layer in baking pan. Cover with sauce. Top with cheese. Heat in oven for 20-30 minutes. Serves 6-8 Sauce for above enchiladas: 2 cans (15 oz) tomato sauce; 1/2 green pepper, chopped, 1 stalk of celery, chopped finely, 1/2 onion, chopped, parsley to taste, 1/8 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. basil, 1 tsp. oregano, 1/2 tsp coriander, 1/2 tsp. cumin, 1/2 tsp. chili powder. [if you are generous here, you will be rewarded.] Puree vegetables and spices with 1 can tomato sauce in blender. Pour into pan and add second can of tomato sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. [this recipe taken from Rob Fullmer's on-line vegetarian recipe database living at ~fullmer/bin/recipes on Rice's Owlnet. -cl] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:24:33 pm) : NINFA'S GREEN SAUCE Recipe By : Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Condiments Sauces Dips Mexican Tex-Mex Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 Med. green tomatoes Coarsely chopped 4 Tomatillos (small Mexican Green tomatoes) -- coarsely Chopped 2 Jalapeno peppers (or more) Stems removed and coarsely Chopped 3 Small cloves garlic 3 Medium ripe avacados 4 Sprigs cilantro -- * 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste 1 1/2 cups Imitation sour cream * Also called Chinese Parsley or Fresh Coriander. Place green tomatoes, tomatillos, jalapeno peppers and garlic in a saucepan, bring to a boil, lower heat, simmer 15 minutes or until tomatoes are soft. Remove from heat, cool slightly. Peel, seed and slice avocados, set aside. In food processor, place part of the green tomato mixture with part of the avocados, cilantro and salt, cover. Process until smooth, turn into large bowl. Repeat with remaining green tomato mixture and avocado. Add to mixture in bowl, stir in sour cream, cover with plastic wrap. Chill. Makes 5-6 cups. Note: Real sour cream can be used instead of imitation. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Betsy-TKL (9:25:08 pm) : Randy Red Salsa Dip Recipe By : Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Appetizers Dips Vegetables Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 2 cups Fresh Tomatoes -- Diced 1/4 cup Onion -- Coarsely Chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons Garlic -- Minced 1/8 teaspoon Salt 1/4 teaspoon Oregano -- Dried 3/4 teaspoon Lime Juice 1 tablespoon Jalapeno Pepper -- Coarse Chop 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro -- Chopped Mix the tomatoes and onion, blending well. Add all the other ingredients, blending well. Let stand for 1 hour before serving for the flavors to meld. May be served at room temperature or chilled. Makes about 2 1/4 cups. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Potato skins, Thick Green Bell Pepper Wedges, Oysters, Mushroom Caps ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- END OF FILE - Part 1 (of 3) The Kitchen Link |