Natilla

Most Americans call it vanilla pudding, but the Southwest version is Natilla.3/4 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs, separated2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractGround cinn ...

Honey Cake

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 cup soft margarine1 cup honey1 egg1 cup applesauceCombine flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. ...

Arizona Lemon Cake

Many lemon cake recipes have originated in Arizona, probably due to the large number of local lemon groves.1 1/2 cups granulated sugar1/2 cup butter, softened3 eggs2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 ...

Fiesta Empanadas

1 1/2 pounds Puff Pastry*1 Quince Paste**1 Gruyere or Manchego cheese* See recipe under "Little Ears"** See recipe under "SOUTHWESTERN CANDY" sectionPreheat oven to 425 degree ...

Dulce de Leche Rice Pudding

2 1/2 cups whole milk, divided1/3 cup long-grain white rice 1 cinnamon stick 3 large egg yolks1/2 cup dulce de leche 1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup slivered almonds, toastedMix toge ...

Chocolate Coconut Filled Tortilla Turnovers

Source: Mission Foods10 servings10 Mission? Fajita Size Flour Tortillas 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1/2 cup coconut, shredded 1 egg beaten with 2 teaspoons waterVegetable ...

Mango Dessert

2 tablespoons gelatine1/4 cup warm water3 cups fresh mango pulp or canned mangoes, drained2 cups cream1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup Mexican lime juiceHoney, to tasteDissolve gelatine in warm water and c ...

Dulce de Leche Casero (Homemade Sweet Milk)

Source: saveur.comMakes about 1 1/4 cups5 cups milk 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean, split 1 teaspoon baking sodaPut milk in a large, deep, heavy saucepan ov ...

Banana-Chocolate Flan

CaramelSoftened butter1 tablespoon water1/2 cup granulated sugarJuice of 1/2 lemonLightly butter 6 (4 ounce) ramekins or custard cups. Stir together water, lemon juice and sugar in a heavy p ...

Mango Chimichangas

6 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced, or    1 (26 ounce) jar sliced mangoes in syrup, diced2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or more to taste2 tablespoons Triple SecJuice of 2 Mexican ...