Author Archives: Brenda
Enchiladas with Green Sauce Recipe
Enchiladas con Salsa Verde Enchiladas with Green Sauce or Enchiladas con Salsa Verde, recipe comes from south of the border (Mexico). Salsa Verde is to Mexican cuisine what tomato sauce … Continued
Rolled Enchilada Recipe
Rolled Enchiladas recipe came from a friend who does not remember who gave it to her. She said it is an enchilada recipe from the central part of Mexico, near … Continued
Cooked Elk Meat Recipe
After spending almost 15 years as a vegetarian (five of those years as Vegan), I was disappointed to learn that due to health issues I would need to consume a … Continued
Chile Pepper Stew Recipe
Crema de Chile Poblano con Queso Blanco If there is anything I like better than a recipe that is easy and taste great, it is this Chili Pepper Stew Recipe that … Continued
Cornbread Salad Recipe
This Cornbread Salad is one of the most colorful, and flavorful, salads you can imagine. The first time I made it, my husband said it reminded him of a holiday. … Continued
Chocolate Pudding with Cinnamon and Chile Recipe
Pud de Chocolate, Canela y Chile – Chocolate Pudding with Cinnamon and Chile Recipe I am more a fan of natillas (custards) than puddings, but I have a niece who absolutely … Continued
Southwest Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Southwest Chicken Tortilla Soup – They say chicken soup is good for the soul and good for “what ails you.” So chicken tortilla soup must be good for the heart, … Continued
Red Chile Pork Stew Recipe – Carne Adovada
Carne Adovada is a versatile dish and has been common in much of Santa Fe’s history. The name actually means cured or pickled meat. In days long past, the slaughtering … Continued
Oven Baked Squash Recipe – Calabaza al Horno
I like this Oven Baked Squash recipe because it incorporates several of my favorite foods, squash, corn, onions and cheese. It is also a dish that many kids will eat … Continued
Baked Butternut Squash with a Tart Twist Recipe
Baked Butternut Squash is so delicious. I personally love squash! Summer squash such as zucchini and crookneck, winter squash like butternut and acorn, and yes even pumpkin! Some days, I … Continued
Burrito Recipe – How To Fold Burritos
In our home, burritos are a standard when it comes to quick mid-day meals, weekends on the run, or any other time that we need something to fix in a … Continued
Refried Beans Recipe
Frijoles Refritos To say “refried bean” is really a misnomer as they are only fried once. I do not think calling them “fried beans” would sound right either. Refried beans … Continued
Gingersnap Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
The smell of gingerbread flows through your home as these wonderful Gingersnap Cinnamon Rolls bake in the oven. The smell will remind you of the holiday season. Check … Continued
Southwest Corn Custard with Roasted Peppers Recipe
Southwest Corn Custard with Roasted Peppers recipe is meant for a side dish or even a main dish if you want to go meatless, but it is almost sweet enough … Continued
Spanish Rice Recipe
This recipe is for Spanish Rice, the way it is meant to be cooked, or at least in New Mexican cooking. Many times in Mexico, and some other parts, the … Continued















