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Torta de Huevo (Egg Fritters) In Red Chile Sauce

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Torta de Huevo  are Egg Fritters in Red Chile Sauce.  These are a traditional Lenten dish in New Mexico, often eaten on Good Friday.  Omit the shrimp and they become a perfect meal for vegetarians!

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Torta de Huevo
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Torta de Huevo
  1. Beat egg whites until stiff. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks.
  2. Combine beaten egg whites, beaten egg yolks, garlic, flour, salt, baking powder and shrimp. Fold together lightly, by hand.
  3. Lightly coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Heat.
  4. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls onto heated skillet. Cook both sides over medium heat until golden.
  5. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Proceed to Red Chile Sauce.
  7. Note: You may also fry tortas in vegetable oil.
Red Chile Sauce
  1. Heat water in saucepan over low to medium heat.
  2. Add frozen red chile and cook about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat oil over low heat in medium skillet. Add flour. Stir constantly to make a golden brown roux.
  4. Stir red chile puree into roux.
  5. Add remaining ingredients. Stir and bring to a slow boil.
  6. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. For Torta De Huevo only: drop prepared tortas into sauce and simmer 5 more minutes.
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Chile con Papas (Chile With Potatoes)

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Chile con Papas (Chile With Potatoes) is a favorite meatless dish.

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4 8 oz. servings
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4 8 oz. servings
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4 8 oz. servings
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4 8 oz. servings
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  1. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Fry potatoes in oil, stirring frequently, until golden.
  3. In a separate saucepan add frozen red chile and and cook about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Once red chile is cooked, add garlic. Blend well.
  5. Pour in water. Add potatoes, salt and oregano. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes uncovered.
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Southwest Salmon Croquettes

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Southwest Salmon Croquettes have been a tradition in our family for Fridays during the Lenten season. Canned salmon, green chile and onion patties are perfect for a light meal. They are great on St. Patty’s Day too if you prefer a lighter meal than traditional brisket or corned beef and cabbage.

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Southwest Salmon Croquettes
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14 2 oz. patties
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14 2 oz. patties
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Southwest Salmon Croquettes
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14 2 oz. patties
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14 2 oz. patties
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Servings: 2 oz. patties
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  1. Place frozen green chile in a saucepan over low heat. Cook 15-20 minutes covered.
  2. Heat 1 tsp. oil over low heat in a sauté pan. Sauté onion.
  3. Add cooked green chile. Cook an additional 10 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat.
  4. In a separate bowl, mash salmon with a fork.
  5. Stir in cooked onion and green chile mixture. Add remaining ingredients except for oil.
  6. Heat ¼ cup oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet.
  7. Drop mixture by heaping tablespoon onto heated skillet. Flatten with spatula. Cook over medium heat until golden brown, approximately 3 minutes. Turn and cook approximately 2 more minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towel.
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Arroz Dulce (Sweet Rice)

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Arroz Dulce is a traditional sweet rice poplular with children and adults alike. It’s another delicacy that people enjoy during the Lenten Season.

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4 4 oz. servings
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4 4 oz. servings
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Arroz Dulce (Sweet Rice)
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4 4 oz. servings
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  1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a 3 or 4 qt. saucepan. Add rice. Cover and cook over low heat 25 minutes.
  2. In a separate saucepan, scald milk. Remove from heat.
  3. When rice is ready, stir in scalded milk, raisins, vanilla and sugar. Cook over low heat 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. In a chilled serving bowl, beat egg white until stiff. Pour hot rice mixture over beaten egg white and gently fold together.
  5. Sprinkle cinnamon on top. Refrigerate. Serve chilled.
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New Mexican Quelites

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New Mexican Quelites are a traditional Lenten food. Beans, spinach, onion and spices make a nutritious side dish or vegetarian powerhouse.

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Four 4 oz. servings
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  1. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet. Sauté onion and garlic in oil.
  2. Add spinach, beans, and coarse chile.
  3. Stir in granulated garlic and salt.
  4. Cover and cook over low heat 15 minutes.
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Hatch Green Chile Calabacitas

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Our Hatch Green Chile Calabacitas are a delectable combination of Hatch green chile, corn and squash. Perfect compliment to your favorite New Mexican dish. Add beans for a perfect vegetarian meal.

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Hatch Green Chile Calabacitas
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5 4 oz. servings
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5 4 oz. servings
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  1. Heat oil over low heat in a non-stick skillet. Sauté onion in oil.
  2. Add frozen green chile. Cook on low heat (minimum 165ºF) for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Add zucchini and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add corn, garlic, salt and pepper.
  5. Cook uncovered over low heat for 8 minutes or until squash is tender.
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Watch how to make this on The BUENO® Kitchen.

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Bread Pudding (Sopa) (Capirotada)

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This delightful bread pudding is a perfect dessert to share on Good Friday or anytime.

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Top this traditional bread pudding with fresh whipped cream for a delicious treat!
Servings
Eight 4 oz. servings
Servings
Eight 4 oz. servings
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Top this traditional bread pudding with fresh whipped cream for a delicious treat!
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Eight 4 oz. servings
Servings
Eight 4 oz. servings
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  1. Preheat oven to 300º.
  2. Place one layer of bread, cheese, raisins and nuts in a casserole dish. Repeat layers.
  3. Place piloncillo and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium and continue cooking until piloncillo is completely melted about 8 minutes.
  4. Add cinnamon sticks and cloves to piloncillo mixture and stir until blended.
  5. Pour liquid mixture over layers.
  6. Bake at 300º for 30 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks and cloves before eating. Top with whipped cream.
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