Try a New Mexican Dish

I have discovered the most adorable new mexican recipe book! 500 Mexican Dishes, by Judith Fertig claims to be "the only compendium of Mexican dishes you'll ever need," and I believe she is correct! This collection of recipes offers a full range of authentic Mexican recipes, from appetizers and snacks to numberous fajitas, casseroles, sauces, and grilled dishes. Also included are recipes for for entertaining a crowd including festive desserts and both hot and cold drinks. I especially enjoyed the recipes for classic Mexican basics like soft corn and flour tortillas, which is a skill I have always wanted to learn. The recipes in this book are not from one region of Mexico, but instead relect the geographic diversity of the country. Each recipe includes a full color picture of the finished product, as well as several pages of variations on certain recipes with the basic recipe referenced. The book is a small size, too, which makes it perfect for standing on your kitchen's recipe holder! The introduction also includes definitions of the different regional cuisines and descriptions of crucial ingredients and equipment needed. Authoer Judith Fertig formally trained at La Varenne in Paris and Le Cordon Bleu in London. She is a Kansas City-based food writer whose work has appeared in international newspapers and magazines. She is also a cookbook author, culinary instructor, and food stylist and has appeared on several national and local television and radio programs.