Monday, January 12, 2009

Zarelas Veracruz or Brownies and Bars

Zarela's Veracruz: Mexico's Simplest Cuisine

Author: Zarela Martinez

The state of Veracruz, a lush strip of land running the length of Mexico's eastern coast, is home to some of the easiest, lightest, and most varied food in Mexico's repertoire. To enjoy dishes like Seafood Salad in Avocado Halves, Garlicky Stir-Fried Shrimp, Orange-Flavored Chicken, and Mushroom Empanadas, you won't need to hunt down obscure chiles or master complicated techniques. Spanish influences — evident in accessible ingredients like olive oil, olives, capers, raisins, and almonds — give the state's cuisine a familiar Mediterranean character. At the same time, Veracruz's Caribbean orientation and powerful Afro-Cuban legacy offer plenty of choices for cooks who want kitchen adventure. In all, Zarela provides more than 150 choices, perfect for festive parties or ordinary suppers. Much more than a cookbook, Zarela's Veracruz is a mesmerizing travelogue and an absorbing portrait of Mexico's most exuberant state.



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Brownies and Bars

Author: Liz Franklin

Here’s something special for the person with a sweet tooth—and chocoholics too! Satisfy that craving for dessert or a snack with treat from this mouthwatering selection of recipes for homemade brownies and bar cookies. As they bake, they’ll warm the kitchen with that feel-good aroma…plus, they’re simple to make and great for sharing with family and friends. The yummy choices range from dark, sticky Pumpkin Cake to fresh and fruity Raspberry Cake, from moist jam-filled Coconut Slices to gorgeous gooey Chocolate Fudge Squares. There’s a wickedly wonderful indulgence for everyone!



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