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Mancha Manteles (Means to stain the tablecloth)

June 1, 2017December 9, 2017Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the June 2017 Edition A stew of assorted meat, chili peppers, vegetables, and fruits Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients For mancha manteles 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes 1 1/2 medium white onions, peeled and quartered 1 medium sweet potato dried ancho chiles* 3 dried guajillo chiles* 3 dried mulato chiles* […]

Sopa de Flor de Calabaza

May 1, 2017December 17, 2017Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the May 2017 Edition Mexican cuisine includes the use of the delicate flor de calabaza (also known as squash blossoms or pumpkin flowers). These flowers are used in a variety of ways, such as in quesadillas, empanadas, and soups. In addition to flor de calabaza, epazote is another native plant […]

Romeritos

April 1, 2017January 1, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer from the April 2017 Edition A traditional dish typically prepared at holiday times, including over lent and Semana Santa, from the wild plant “romerito” which resembles rosemary or baby spinach, there are many different ways to prepare it. INGREDIENTS 2 lbs raw romeritos (substitute fresh baby spinach if preferred) 1 cup […]

Mole Poblano

March 1, 2017January 1, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the March 2017 Edition YIELD: Makes 15 servings INGREDIENTS Mole: 8 dried mulato chiles, wiped clean, seeds and veins removed, and seeds reserved 5 dried ancho chiles, wiped clean, seeds and veins removed, and seeds reserved 6 dried pasilla chiles, wiped clean, seeds and veins removed, and seeds reserved 2 […]

Sandwichon

February 1, 2017January 1, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the February 2017 Edition A large, multi-layered sandwich meant for sharing A sandwichon can be made with a variety of meat, vegetables and other ingredients in many combinations and with a whole range of toppings and can sometimes be confused with a cake at first sight. We gathered a sample […]

Ponche

January 1, 2017January 1, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the January 2017 Edition Ponche is a warm tropical-fruit punch. It’s traditionally imbibed in Mexico during Christmastime. Vendors sell it at night near the sidewalk Christmas markets. It’s also served with buñuelos during the posadas. No one seems to know exactly how and why Mexican ponche materialized. In general, historians […]

Sopa Tarasca

December 1, 2016January 1, 2018Manzanillo Sun Writer

By Manzanillo Sun Writer from the December 2016 Edition Ingredients  1 medium tomato, roughly chopped  1 small white onion, thinly sliced  1 garlic clove, chopped  4 ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed  7 corn tortillas  4 tablespoons safflower or canola oil (plus more for frying)  5 cups chicken […]

Mexican Hot Cocoa

November 1, 2016January 2, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the November 2016 Edition Ingredients – 2 cups reduced-fat (2 percent) evaporated milk – 1/2 cup whole milk – 1/2 cup chocolate liqueur – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1/4 cup sugar – 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa – 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon – 1/4 teaspoon ancho chili powder – […]

Pan de Muertos – Day of the Dead Bread

October 1, 2016February 18, 2021Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer From the October 2016 Edition 15 servings 166 calories per serving Ingredients 1/4 cup margarine 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons anise seed 1/4 cup white sugar 2 eggs, beaten […]

Sopa de Albóndigas (Meatball Soup)

July 1, 2016January 7, 2018Manzanillo Sun WriterLeave a Comment

By Manzanillo Sun Writer from the June 2016 Edition INGREDIENTS (SERVINGS 8-10) 1⁄2 cup chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons cooking oil 4 cups water 2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 medium carrots, sliced 1 beaten egg 1⁄4 cup […]

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