Mangia Vita

Tag: Mexican Food

  • Pico De Gallo

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    Andrea DeCaro
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    This is my mom’s favorite salsa. Dice all of the ingredients, making sure to cut the jalapenos and scallions very small. Mix well, taste for seasoning and spice. Adjust if necessary.

  • Salsa

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    Andrea DeCaro
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    This is my favorite salsa recipe. Put all of the ingredients into a food processor and blend well. Taste for spice and seasoning and adjust if necessary.

  • Chicken Tortilla Soup

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    Andrea DeCaro
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    I use about equal portions of the veggies, but I would say that you can vary the amounts to your liking. I think it will still be good. Sauté the veggies except the zucchini and tomato in olive oil until softened. Add cut up chicken, a little more oil and seasonings. Mix and cook until…

  • Tamales

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    Andrea DeCaro
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    Making tamales is a large undertaking and takes a bit of time and patience, but they are so good! I like to rinse the corn husks if they seem dusty, then I bring a large pot of water to a boil, then turn off and soak the husks (about 20) in the water for at…

  • Homemade Red Enchilada Sauce

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    Andrea DeCaro
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    Ingredients Saute the onion in the olive oil, add the garlic once the onion has softened, then add the chili powder and saute for a couple of minutes. Mix in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, salt and water (you can add more or less water depending on the consistency you desire). Salt the mixture…