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	Camarones a la plancha - Shrimp on the griddle by John Spottiswood This is a delicious mexican shrimp dish that you'll find served in the lovely seaside restaurants along both of Mexico's coast. The wonderful smells of the shrimp, garlic, and onion will fill your house and make everyone's mouths water. I cooked these tonight for Cinco de Mayo and both we and our kids absolutely loved them. I left…	5 votes 1 review 2 comments 11757 views
	Homemade Refried Beans by John Spottiswood I'm ashamed to say that though I LOVE refried beans, this is the first time I've ever made them myself. It's just so easy to buy them in a can, or at a mexican restaurant, that I haven't bothered. But this recipe is simple and it is definitely worth the effort in my mind. I figure my kids are the true test, since they aren't that…	7 votes 3 reviews 5 comments 8467 views
	Fabulous Pork Tacos by John Spottiswood I made pork tacos for the Superbowl modeled after my favorite taqueria -- a hole in the wall in Playa Del Carmen called El Fogon. I may not have quite matched El Fogon, but these are darn good! I highly recommend them. I served them with Homemade Corn Tortillas (see my recipe) which were great, but they'll taste great with any…	1 vote 1 comment 9538 views
	Vegetarian Beet Burger by Micheline This vegetarian burger has the unusual addition of 1 tbsp of grated beets, just enough to give the burger a pleasant color. Once cooked, this burger looks and tastes like a meat burger. It is delicious!	1 vote 4882 views
	Orange Marjoram Carrots by Robyn Savoie It can be hard to come by a vegetable dish both children and adults enjoy. You'll appreciate this recipe because it found that middle ground. Carrots provide vitamin A and plenty of fiber, making them excellent side dishes to support healthy eating. Make sure you don't overcook your carrots; they taste best when they are al…	1 vote 4794 views
	Mexican Black Bean Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers A colorful, healthy salad that can be put together in a matter of minutes. Perfect for a side dish or as a taco filling.	1 vote 3463 views
	Fish Taco by Gretchen Wasniewski Tasty, nutritious and EASY!	1 vote 1978 views