Every Halloween I like to cook something warm and pumpkin-y for dinner. This year I'll pair my favorite pumpkin tortilla soup with enchiladas de pipián rojo, a smoky, nutty, spiced (but not too spicy) sauce made with pumpkin seeds, chile peppers, and roasted vegetables. More

Q: I received a a mystery ingredient in my CSA this week. The CSA folks call it "chipile" and say it a Mexican herb that is good in rice or chicken. I tried a search for some recipes involving this herb, and couldn't find anything by this name. What is this herb, and how can I best use it? More

Tacos and burritos get the most attention when it comes to quick, portable Mexican food, but tortas deserve a moment in the spotlight. Built on crusty rolls, these sandwiches are stuffed with flavorful meats, cheese, beans, avocado and salsa, and sometimes cooked on a panini press until hot and melty. From chile and lime steak tortas to vegetarian mushroom and goat cheese tortas, here are a few recipes to try at home. More

Fajitas taste best when the meat and veggies come straight off the grill, no question. But don't let that stop you when it comes to getting your fajita fix. I make this recipe entirely on the stovetop, where the spicy chicken picks up a touch of char from the grill pan and the peppers cook until they are completely tender. Add a dollop of creamy black bean spread and we have dinner. More

With all the spicy Latin recipes last week followed by all the egg recipes this week, is it any wonder that I've woken up every morning with an intense craving for huevos rancheros? I'm going to need a fix of sunny fried eggs smothered in chunky salsa pronto. Have a favorite version to recommend? More

You know what you want at 10pm? Heck, do you know what you want at 10am? Empanadas! They're good at almost any time of the day, and that's exactly their appeal. Tasty little pouches. And when those little pouches are filled with soft potato, sweet tomatoes, and a bit of beef, they surely are superbly tasty. More

With its colorful, varied flavors and ingredients, Mexican food is simultaneously familiar and entirely unique. Maybe you've honed a killer guacamole recipe but never made pork carnitas, or maybe you've always done a simple Americanized version of enchiladas and are looking for something more authentic. Either way, these 10 savory Mexican recipes should easily make their way into your weeknight recipe rotation. More

Tender flaky pastry pockets filled with everything from fresh corn to spicy beef? Yes, please. Empanadas are always welcome in my kitchen and on my plate. With a busy few months ahead, I'm planning on making a big batch and freezing them for quick meals when I need them. More

Horchata, the creamy refreshing rice drink of Latin America, has its roots in medieval Spain but today the creamy, cool beverage can be found all over Central and South America, reflecting the different ingredients and flavors of each country. Here in the US we're generally accustomed to Mexican-style horchata made with rice and cinnamon. From a classic recipe to a couple of newer inventions, here are three favorite versions of this refreshing drink. More

Q: My husband is almost entirely perfect, except for one flaw: he hates Mexican food. He's narrowed down his dislike, we think, to cumin. I can't sneak it into anything! After five years of blissful marriage, I still miss my enchiladas, tostadas, and tacos. Do you have any recipes for delicious Mexican cuisine that without cumin?

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