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RECIPES FOR CINCO DE MAYO

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Cinco de Mayo will be here in 2 hours or earlier for East Coasters.  Here are a few recipes you can use for your Celebrations tomorrow.

 

We will start with Appetizers including Salsas and conclude with Rice, Empanadas and Lemonade.

 

Mango Salsa which makes use of fresh Mangoes, Limes, Red Bell Peppers and Jalapenos if you wish.

Tacos w. Mango Salsa and Guacamole (3)
Tacos w. Mango Salsa and Guacamole

 

Nachos start with good quality chips, Cheese Sauce with Jalapenos (if desired) and serve with Salsa and Guacamole.

Nachos - Cheese Sauce on the Bottom - Salsa and Guacamole can go on top
Nachos – Cheese Sauce on the Bottom – Salsa and Guacamole can go on top

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Salsa Cruda
     Salsa Cruda

 

 

 

Salsa Cruda – incorporates diced fresh Tomatoes, Jalapenos or Serranos, Cilantro, Lime Juice and a little Salt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beef Empanadas are more traditionally an Argentine Dish but they can also be found in Mexican Cooking.  The Empanada can be filled with whatever you please – diced Steak or Chicken or Ground Beef along with Tomatoes, Onions, Cheese and maybe some Chilies.

 

 

Beef Empanadas...
Beef Empanadas…made in one of my classes.

 

 

Sparkling Lemonade – we first had this in Acapulco and I have been making Lemonade this way every since.  It is delicious, refreshing and a great accompaniment to any meal.

 

Sparkling Lemonade
        Sparkling Lemonade

 

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