Mexican
Bolitas
Bolitas (Sweet Christmas Tamales) 2 lb hojas (corn husks)2 lb masa1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening1 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup warm water, as needed2 Tbsp cinnamon1 cup dry raisins4 tsps aniseed Soak corn husks in hot water for 20 or 30 min until pliable St& in a pan to let them drain Mix masa with shortening, […]
Caper Sauce
Caper Sauce 6 Tbsp vegetable oil1/2 cup chopped white onion1 cup chopped peeled tomatoes1 tsp mashed garlic1 tsp dried tarragon leavesSaltPepper1/2 cup water1 tbsp instant chicken bouillon granules1 tsp granulated sugar1/2 cup capers, washed & drained Heat oil in a Dutch oven & saute onion with tomatoes Cook, stirring often, over low heat Add garlic […]
Lemon Banana Cloud
Lemon Banana Cloud 4 egg whites1/2 cup granulated sugar3 very ripe bananas, mashedGrated rind of 1 lemon1 tsp vanilla extract Beat egg whites until stiff Still beating, slowly add sugar, banana pulp, lemon rind & vanilla extract Pour gently into a buttered casserole Bake at 350 deg F until set & brown, about 25 to […]