Refried beans (frijoles refritos) are cooked beans that are mashed and fried with fat, aromatics, and seasonings until they become rich, creamy, and deeply savory. Most commonly made with pinto […]
Category: Condiments
Basil Pesto
Basil pesto is a vibrant Italian sauce traditionally made from fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, olive oil, and salt. While often associated with pasta, pesto is […]
Roasted Garlic
Roasting garlic mellows its pungency and brings out its natural sweetness, resulting in a mild, nutty and buttery flavor. Simply slice the tops off of the heads, drizzle with oil […]
Canned Chili
Canned chili is one of the great convenience foods of the twentieth century: a ready-to-eat mixture of meat, beans (sometimes), tomatoes, chili peppers, spices, and seasonings that can be heated […]
Steamed Broccoli
Steamed broccoli is one of the most versatile vegetables in the sandwich world, even though it is rarely treated as a sandwich ingredient. Steaming preserves broccoli’s bright green color, mild […]
Cream Cheese
Cream cheese is a soft, fresh, mildly tangy cheese made from milk and cream. Unlike aged cheeses, cream cheese is prized for its smooth, spreadable texture and rich mouthfeel rather […]