Mexican

Sweet Plantains with Buttered Rum and Coconut Sauce

Mini-tostadas are a popular Mexican bocadito, or finger food. Cotija is a crumbly white cheese sold at Latin markets and some supermarkets (feta cheese can be substituted.)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Pipián Verde con Pollo Serve with Classic Red Rice and tortillas.

Grilled Spring Onions Spring onions (also called green onions) have a slightly bulbous base, whereas scallions are straight. This recipe was created to accompany Grilled Garlic-Marinated Skirt Steak with Lime. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Rajas is the Spanish word for "strips," and in the Mexican kitchen it generally refers to strips of chile. Active time: 1 1/4 hr Start to finish: 1 1/2 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A version of posole, a Mexican classic.

These cheese-stuffed corn tortillas, baked under a blanket of warming pinto beans and topped with tangy sour cream, are the perfect post-holiday breakfast.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. Halibut steaks and pork tenderloin are two of our favorites with this fiery side.

Variations of this salad are often served on Christmas Eve in both old and New Mexico.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The Southwest’s favorite breakfast is often topped with a red sauce or salsa. This version has a tomatillo-based green (verde) sauce.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Boca Negra Chocolate Chipotle Cakes .