Complete Book of Mexican Cooking: A Cookbook

ISBN: 0345325591

Author: Ortiz, Elisabeth

Condition: New

WINNER OF THE JAMES BEARD AWARD A comprehensive sampling of authentic Mexican cuisine(Seattle Post-Intelligencer) featuring more than 340 delicious, accessible recipes for every meal of the dayEverything from soup to dessert is in this book, authentically Mexican and presented to make the foods preparation in a modern American kitchen easy and successful.-Fort Wayne News-SentinelIn The Complete Book of Mexican Cooking, Elizabeth Lambert Ortiz draws on her years spent in Mexico to offer a comprehensive and delectable sampling of Mexican cuisine. Recipes range from drinks to desserts, including: Sopas (Soups): Sopa de Flor de Calabaza (Squash-Blossom Soup), Sopa de Pechuga de Pollo y Almendras (Chicken Breast and Almond Soup), Sopa de Elote con Pimientos (Corn Soup with Sweet Red Peppers) Pescados (Fish): Pescado con Perejil (Fish in Parsley Sauce), Tapado de Robalo (Smothered Sea Bass), Pescado Yucateco (Fish Yucatán Style) Carnes (Meat): Carne de Res con Naranjas (Mexican Beef with Oranges), Puerco con Pia (Pork with Pineapple), Ternera con Alcaparras (Veal with Capers) Postres (Desserts): Almendrado (Almond Pudding), Flan (Caramel Pudding), Pastel de Avellana (Filbert Cake) Bebidas (Drinks): Agua de Jamaica (Jamaica Flower Water), Pia Borracha (Drunken Pineapple) And much more!Featuring helpful tips on pantry staples, kitchen equipment, and information on regional Mexican meals, The Complete Book of Mexican Cooking is an invaluable resource for any home chef.