Posted by Cindy on April 29th, 2007 in Main Dishes
Cindo De Mayo is Mexico’s national holiday commemorating the Mexican Army’s defeat of the French forces. Cinco De Mayo litterally means May 5th. Cinco De Mayo is usually celebrated by singing, dancing, parting, and having a feast. It is in general a time to be proud to be of Hispanic descent. If you [...]
Homemade Guacamole Dip
Posted by Cindy on April 29th, 2007 in Appetizer Recipes
Just in time for Cinco De Mayo! This delicious dip will be a great additive for your Mexican feast.
4 ripe avocados
3 limes, juiced
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 serrano chiles, sliced thinly
1 big handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop out the [...]
Kahlua Flan
Posted by Cindy on April 29th, 2007 in Dessert Recipes
This is a delicious traditional mexican desert.
3/4 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
2 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur (recommended: Kahlua)
Mexican chocolate shavings and cocoa powder, garnish
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.In a small saucepan, cook the sugar over medium heat until it starts to melt. Lower the [...]