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Rosa Mexicano

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The recipes in this great book are of true old mexican cooking that is hard to find today, and it is a great read as well. I give it Five Star's in my cookbook collection.

Through more than 30 years, I have been able to put together quite a collection of cookbooks. Having lived in several parts of Mexico, its cuisine is my favorite and books on its cuisine make up the largest section of my collection. I do not exaggerate when I say that "Rosa Mexicano" by Josefina Howard, which I was not familiar with until I recently purchased it, has become my favorite. I definitely like the recipes. Even the ones I am familiar with and have been cooking for a long time have a new ingredient or additional step that make me want to incorporate into my own recipe next time I make it. But what I am fascinated with is her approach to Mexican food in her restaurant: wanting to serve her guests wonderful Mexican food while offering them an educational experience. This is precisely what distinguishes her cookbook from others I own - the extensive, interesting and well-researched information she includes about ingredients and techniques in Mexican cuisine. She explains the origins and past traditions regarding certain dishes as well as the changes they have gone through through the years. This book's content is both delicious and didactic.

This is a very well-written and highly interesting book! The recipes are truly delicious! I highly recommend this book to any new/old/aspiring cook. Not only are the recipes easy to follow, but the commentaries and descriptions make this book interesting reading for any time of day!