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A compilation of over 1,200 traditional New Mexican recipes!
A compilation of over 1,200 traditional New Mexican recipes!
Enchantment: A New Mexican Cookbook.
Get ready to savor the essence of New Mexico with the largest collection of New Mexican recipes ever assembled, featuring well over 1,200 recipes, each telling a unique story and celebrating the region’s rich culinary heritage!
This collection spans generations, featuring dishes from iconic restaurants, historic cookbooks, and treasured family recipes that bring the state’s culinary legacy to life. Enjoy a delightful variety of flavors, from the spicy allure of green chile stew to the sweet indulgence of biscochitos, each recipe crafted to ignite your passion for cooking. This cookbook is not just a collection of recipes—it’s an invitation to explore the vibrant traditions of New Mexican cuisine!
New Mexico’s Food Spans Centuries and Millenia
New Mexican cuisine boasts a rich history that spans centuries, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Pueblo people, whose cooking methods and ingredients date back thousands of years. The Pueblo communities cultivated a diverse array of crops, including maize, beans, and squash, which became staples in their diets. Their culinary practices emphasized the use of local ingredients and communal cooking methods, establishing a foundation that would influence generations to come. With an emphasis on sustainability and harmony with the land, the Pueblo people laid the groundwork for a cuisine that celebrates both flavor and culture.
The arrival of the Spanish over 400 years ago introduced new culinary elements and techniques that transformed New Mexican cuisine into a vibrant tapestry of flavors. Spanish settlers brought with them ingredients such as wheat, garlic, and various meats, blending their cooking traditions with those of the indigenous people. This melding of cultures has resulted in what many consider America’s original fusion cuisine, characterized by the iconic use of green and red chiles, spices, and unique cooking methods. As New Mexican cuisine continues to evolve, it remains a testament to the rich heritage and diverse influences that define this beloved culinary tradition.
Hi, I’m Art Pollard. It’s great to see you!
New Mexican cuisine is unlike any other in the United States. Its history goes back thousands of years and was first developed by the pueblo peoples who now inhabit the Rio Grande Valley with an emphasis on Corn, Squash, Pinion, and native game. The Spanish Conquistadors over 400 years ago brought their recipes along with wheat and ingredients from Spain.
The cuisine of New Mexico is deeply flavorful and has continued to develop and grow with each group of peoples who move here to enjoy New Mexico’s rich culture and traditions. Today, the foods found in New Mexico are truly unique and comprise the United States’ original fusion cuisine.
Enchantment: A New Mexican Cookbook today stands as the largest and most ambitious collection of traditional New Mexican recipes ever created. It will be an indispensable resource for any home cook or even professional chef who is interested in New Mexican cuisine and a fine addition to your bookshelf.
Hi, I’m Art Pollard. It’s great to see you!
New Mexican cuisine is unlike any other in the United States. Its history goes back thousands of years and was first developed by the pueblo peoples who now inhabit the Rio Grande Valley with an emphasis on Corn, Squash, Pinion, and native game. The Spanish Conquistadors over 400 years ago brought their recipes along with wheat and ingredients from Spain.
The cuisine of New Mexico is deeply flavorful and has continued to develop and grow with each group of peoples who move here to enjoy New Mexico’s rich culture and traditions. Today, the foods found in New Mexico are truly unique and comprise the United States’ original fusion cuisine.
Enchantment: A New Mexican Cookbook today stands as the largest and most ambitious collection of traditional New Mexican recipes ever created. It will be an indispensable resource for any home cook or even professional chef who is interested in New Mexican cuisine and a fine addition to your bookshelf.
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