http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/135/Cinco-de-MayoFact-or-FictionThe truth about Cinco de Mayo5/2/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/134/CapirotadaA delicious dessert for Lent, Easter, or anytime at all!4/1/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/133/Barbacoa--Ancient-Magic-with-Wood-and-SteamIt is not just possible but fun to make authentic Mexican barbacoa at home!2/28/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/131/Interior-Mexico-style-EnchiladasAuthentic enchiladas from Mexico's interior!2/4/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/132/Crema-MexicanaCrema mexicana is better than sour cream and a snap to make at home!2/4/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/129/Interior-Mexico-style-Enchilada-SauceThis delicious enchilada sauce is typical of those found in Mexico's interior.2/3/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/130/Crema-MexicanaMaking delicious crema mexicana at home is a snap!2/3/2012http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/124/Turco-TamalesDelicious tamales filled with pork, fruits, nuts, and olives.12/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/125/Biscochitos-Aniseed-CookiesDelicious aniseed-flavored cookies.12/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/126/SangriaA delicious punch of fruit wine and brandy!12/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/127/Turco-QuesadillasDelicious quesadillas with a Middle Eastern twist!12/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/128/Posadas-and-Pi%c3%b1atas-The-Soul-of-Christmas-in-MexicoWith relatively little effort you can capture the flavor of a Mexican Christmas at home!12/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/123/Turco-Filling-Pork-fruits-olives-and-nutsA delicious filling for tacos, tamales, quesadillas, and chiles rellenos.12/13/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/118/GuacamoleThis makes a great all-purpose guacamole11/10/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/117/Guacamole-Nacho-ComboA terrific appetizer that could not be easier to prepare, especially for a crowd. It can also make a quick lunch or light supper!11/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/113/Old-California-style-Turkey-StuffingAn amazingly delicious turkey stuffing!11/7/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/114/Fresh-Cranberry-Jalape%c3%b1o-JellyA delicious cranberry sauce with a subtle but delightful kick!11/7/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/115/Mexican-style-Roast-TurkeyA more interesting version of the traditional roast turkey!11/7/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/116/Supercharge-Thanksgiving-with-Some-Amazingly-Delicious-RecipesAlthough Mexico does not celebrate Thanksgiving, it has provided recipes that make our feast day even more special! These include the best stuffing I have ever had, a superb cranberry and jalapeño jelly, and a simple, kicked up traditional turkey.11/7/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/112/The-Day-I-Decided-to-Learn-SpanishThis experience provides an insight into what makes Mexico so fascinating—and recently, so dangerous!10/18/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/110/Chipotle-Enchilada-SauceA delicious easy-to-prepare Tex-Mex style enchilada sauce!10/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/111/Enchiladas-with-Chipotle-Enchilada-SauceEspecially delicious Tex-Mex style enchiladas10/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/109/Sotol---Tequilas-Big-Little-CousinA terrific tequila-like drink that deserves a try!10/4/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/108/CarnitasPork does not get any better than this!9/12/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/107/The-Magic-of-CarnitasTransforming a tough cut of meat into a succulent delicacy is indeed magic!9/2/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/terrific-easy-cevicheAn incredibly easy and refreshing ceviche!8/10/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/best-after-dinner-drinkThere is no better after dinner drink!7/20/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/tortillas-de-maizA vital part of Mexican cooking!6/24/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/corn-tortillasCorn tortillas may be the most important aspect of Mexican food!6/24/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/102/Cilantro-Lime-Salad-DressingA refreshingly delicious salad dressing from one of Mexico's finest restaurants!6/19/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/101/Sopa-Tarasca-Tarascan-SoupThis may be the original (and best) tortilla soup!6/18/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/100/Cream-of-Pecan-SoupA rich and elegant soup6/14/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/99/Roasted-Garlic-Sweet-PotatoesDelicious, easy--and healthy!6/13/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/96/Salmon-with-Rosemary-Balsamic-MarinadeA quick and easy ticket to a delicious, healthy meal!6/9/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/91/Tofu-Chocolate-MousseTofu or not, this is a terrific chocolate mousse!6/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/93/Tuna-CarnitasA deep fried dish that is very healthy!6/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/94/Romesco-SauceOne of the world's best, most useful, and healthiest sauces!6/8/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/89/Arroz-con-Leche-Rice-with-MilkThis is a delicious version of this traditional dessert!6/6/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/90/Bu%c3%b1uelosBuñuelos are a cross between fritters and Indian fry bread6/6/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/best-mexican-cornThis is the grilled corn found on the streets of Mexico. 4/30/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Mexican-Pecan-PieA unique and delicious pecan pie4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/pollo-agridulceA delicious chicken dish with classic recipe elements4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/salsa-borrachaA delicious salsa with many uses4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Queso-FlameadoDiners use this delicious appetizer, also known as Queso Fundido, to make their own quesadillas.4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Jims-Melting-Cheese-BlendThis blend is ideal for many Mexican dishes!4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/86/Mexican-CheesesDescribes the most useful cheeses for preparing Mexican recipes.4/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Enchiladas-ZacatecanasZacatecas is home to some great enchiladas!4/25/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Mexican-Turkey-StuffingThis is the best turkey stuffing I have ever tried!4/25/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Chile-con-Queso-ChihuahuaThis chile con queso is a far cry from the usual one served in the United States that is so often made with either Velveeta cheese or from a canned cheese soup base.4/22/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Queso-FritoThis appetizer from Chihuahua is quick and easy to prepare, especially if you already have the salsas.4/22/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/pescado-zarandeadoA unique grilled fish dish from Mexico's Pacific coast!4/22/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/eat-well-while-eating-out"Eat Well While Eating Out" provides successful strategies for guilt-free dining out.4/13/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Crema-de-EloteA luscious, upscale but earthy Mexican soup!3/26/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/all-about-fajitasLearn the secret behind fajitas - Mexican favorite!3/5/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/NM-Style-Red-Chile-EnchiladasA Northern New Mexico favorite!3/5/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/69/Making-Terrific-Flour-TortillasHow to make terrific flour tortillas and develop your own special recipe!3/4/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/70/Secrets-to-Making-Delicious-TamalesHow to make great tamales.3/4/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Standby-MargaritaThis is the Margarita I turn to in a pinch, and for large quantities.2/25/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Lucindas-MargaritaThis recipe was given to me by tequila expert Lucinda Hutson.2/25/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/npr-interviewJim's interview with Dan Skinner, host of Some Books Considered on Texas Public Radio (TPR), the San Antonio affiliate of NPR1/30/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Best-green-chile-enchilada-sauceNew Mexico Green Chile Enchilada Sauce This is my favorite version of one of my favorite dishes!1/27/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/NM-Style-Green-Chile-EnchiladasThese classic enchiladas are unique to New Mexico!1/27/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/61/Turkey-PicadilloAdapted from a recipe by the great chef Maricel Presilla, this has become my favorite picadillo.1/25/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/60/Picadilllo---Ground-beefThis delicious filling for tacos, empanadas, and other antojitos rarely realizes its full potential in the United States.1/16/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/64/New-Mexico-Style-Red-Chile-Enchilada-SauceThe following sauce captures the essence of the cooking of Northern New Mexico.1/2/2011http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/best-green-chorizoThis delicious and unique chorizo comes from Toluca, the capital of Mexican style chorizo.12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Tequila-SourLong before the Margarita, the tequila sour was a Mexican favorite.12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/54/Carloss-DaiquaritaA delicious cross between a daiquiri and a Margarita.12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/55/Milano-MargaritaTry this delicious Margarita with an Italian twist!12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/58/Premium-Baja-MargaritaThis Margarita uses Baja's damiana liqueur, which is often referred to as an aphrodisiac, and it is a personal favorite! 12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/59/Tequila-StorkThis drink uses tequila in place of the usual gin, and it works beautifully! 12/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/50/Roasted-Tomato-SalsaThis is my all around favorite salsa and one of the easiest to make!12/3/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/51/Fresh-Tomatillo-SalsaThis uncooked version of tomatillo salsa looks and tastes so much fresher!12/2/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/49/Cochinita-PibilThis is the famous pulled pork style barbacoa from Mexico's Yucatan state.11/19/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/47/Tex-Mex-TamalesTex-Mex Tamales These special treats came originally from the Mexican state of Nueva León, and this recipe produces better tamales than most restaurants. I suggest you read the descriptive information and recipe before beginning. 10/28/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/46/Simple-MoleDuring a culinary tour of Puebla and Tlaxcala, Mexican culinary experts Alicia and Jorge de’ Angeli convinced me with their latest book that there is indeed a simple and delicious mole! Here is the recipe with some adaptations. 10/19/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/45/Tex-Mex-Red-Chile-EnchiladasThese enchiladas are one of the things that have made Tex-Mex a national favorite!10/7/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Favorite-Kitchen-EquipmentJim discusses some of the cooking tools he has come to value over many years of trial and error.9/30/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/35/Potato-GorditasI found these unusual and seriously delicious gorditas in a restaurant in Nuevo Laredo.9/19/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Antojitos-MexicanosA brief description of the unique aspect of Mexican cooking called antojitos mexicanos, which literally means Mexican Whims. It includes the corn and tortilla-based specialties like tacos, enchiladas, and tamales.9/17/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/glossaryA list of Spanish and Mexican Cooking Terms9/17/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/33/The-Ultimate-Mojo-de-AjoThis version of the ever popular garlic sauce goes way beyond the ordinary!9/15/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/mexican-style-pestoThis delicious recipe combines simplicity with an earthy elegance!9/14/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/FajitasSometime in the 1980's, South Texas restaurateurs took a cut of meat that was often made into hamburger, and turned it into a national food craze by literally selling the sizzle. 9/13/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Mexican-Shrimp-CocktailThis is that delicious shrimp cocktail you had under the the palm-leafed palapa in Baja California! 9/11/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/flour-tortillasFlour tortillas Delicious, authentic flour tortillas are very easy to make, once you understand the techniques involved.9/11/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/history-mexican-cookingA (Relatively) short history of Mexican cooking.9/11/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/salsa-de-molcajetePrepared table-side or in the kitchen, this sauce is both a show and a treat. 9/11/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/30/Hot-ChocolateHot chocolate is the non-alcoholic beverage of choice at most Mexican holidays and celebrations.9/11/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/FAQ-Mexican-TravelAnswers to some frequently asked questions regarding travel in Mexico9/8/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/chorizo-oaxaca-styleThis delicious chorizo is easy to make! 9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/alhambres-de-polloThis shishkabob comes from a village in Northern Mexico. 9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/FAQ-Mexican-FoodThere are numerous misunderstandings about Mexican food. The answers to the following frequently asked questions clear up many of those misconceptions, including the one that says that removing the seeds of chiles materially reduces their heat.9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Asado-de-BodaA delicious mole-style dish that is often served at weddings in Northern Mexico.9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/arroz-blancoThis rice is the perfect foil for bold flavored entrees! 9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Pork-VampiroThis upscale dish lacks nothing in down home flavor and comfort! 9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/Shrimp-Chipotle-RemouladeThis dish provides a much needed relief from the traditional shrimp cocktail! 9/4/2010http://www.lomexicano.com/recipe/south-texas-barbacoaSouth Texas barbacoa at its best!8/28/2010