place setting with Cafe Monde Beignets and tea

Beignet History and Recipe

Beignet History: The word beignet (pronounced ben-YAY) comes from the early Celtic word bigne meaning “to raise.”  It is also French for “fritter.” Beignets, a New Orleans specialty, are fried, … Continued

Bunuelos

Bunuelos Recipe and History

    Bunuelos are served for numerous festive occasions and celebrations – from Christmas and Thanksgiving, to birthdays and baptisms.  Many people of Hispanic heritage believe Bunuelos bring good luck … Continued

Homemade Corn Tortillas

Corn Tortillas Recipe

How To Make Homemade Corn Tortillas By Cynthis Detterick-Pineda. or Andrews, TX.   My first experience with corn tortillas came years ago when I was still in high school.  I … Continued

Hushpuppy and Wine

  April Means Warm Weather Wines   Trends obviously influence the American palate.  A movie proclaims all domestic Pinot Noir the superior red wine, and by golly, almost on cue … Continued

Hushpuppy

Hushpuppy Recipe and History

History of Hushpuppies Hushpuppies are finger-shaped dumplings of cornmeal that are deep-fried and traditionally served with fried catfish.  Also know as corn dodgers, they are especially popular throughout the South. … Continued

Navajo Fry Bread Indian Tacos

Indian Fry Bread and Indian Taco Recipe and History

Indian Fry Bread and Indian Taco Recipe and History   Indian fry bread is the foundation of a popular dish called Indian Tacos.  Originally known as Navajo Tacos, they have … Continued

Nun’s Sighs

Nun’s Sighs Recipe

Suspiros de Monja Nun’s Sighs (Suspiros de Monja) are a typical Spanish pastry that is golden and crispy on the outside and rich and creamy on the inside.  A thick … Continued

Flour Tortilla

Perfect Flour Tortilla Recipe – Torillas de Harina

How to Make Perfect Flour Tortillas By Cynthia Detterick-Pineda of Andrews, TX   Making homemade flour tortillas really does not take much time.  In fact, they probably don’t take much … Continued

Sopapillas

Sopapillas Recipe

New Mexico Sopapillas Sopapillas are one of many foods that New Mexico can call it’s own – The New Mexican Quick Bread.  People call them little pillows, but the name … Continued

Spanish Churros

Spanish Churros Recipe

If you have never tried a fresh and crispy Spanish Churro that has been dipped in thick hot cocoa, then you certainly have not experienced one the great foods of … Continued