Have you ever ordered a combination plate at a Mexican restaurant where the enchilada sauce is spilling over into the refried beans? That is one of my favorite parts of getting a combination platter.

Beans are one of the staples of Mexican cuisine and they come in dozens of varieties. The simple recipe of cooking them gently with onion and an aromatic herb is perhaps the most common method of ...

Before I moved into my grandmother’s house a few years ago, my dog, Starbuck, and I lived in a little two-bedroom house in Normal Heights. During our evening walks, I could always tell when I was ...

Beans are a simple staple that can turn everyday dinners into something warm and comforting without stretching your budget.

With Cinco de Mayo a week away, it’s time to dig out your favorite pinto bean dish to serve to friends or family. But instead of using canned beans, consider trying your hand at cooking with dry pinto ...

why this recipe works This salad pays homage to the Mexican ­ingredients that inspired its creation. Ancho chiles, frequently used in Mexican cuisine, are dried poblanos; we employed both fresh and ...

Meat is the star of most stews, with vegetables and aromatics sometimes feeling like an afterthought. But meat can make an excellent accent ingredient in a pot of silky greens and creamy beans. In ...