I’ve befriended many different types along the way, and I’ve learned a lot about where each shines. Here are seven of my ...

Ask your grandmother. Today, lard is not quite as popular in baked goods, but it is still widely used in Latin American ...

Scanning through the ingredient list for Old El Paso’s refried beans, one word stands out: lard (rendered pork fat). Lard is a common player in at-home recipes for refried beans and has a ...

Mexican fajitas wouldn’t be the same without refried beans – puréed beans that are fried and spread on a tortilla. Beans can also be used to thicken wintry soups and stews and are a good ...

Tinned black beans makes this batch of refried beans ready in no time! Use the leftovers to make molletes – a Mexican version of beans on toast, with melty cheese and a refreshing spoonful of ...

Make ahead: The Mexican lasagna can be assembled up to 1 day ahead before baking. Cool beef mixture completely before assembling. Cover with a greased piece of aluminum foil greased-side down (so the ...

(Or use a can of refried beans, heated and thinned out with a little stock.) To make corn chips at home:Cut corn tortillas or flat breads into triangles (you can also use flour tortillas), toss ...

Cook for another minute. Add in beans and chicken broth and turn the heat down to low. Simmer until the mixture has thickened a bit, 5-10 minutes Mash the beans with the back of your spatula or ...