Native Mesquite Recipes

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(NCL) MESQUITE (NCL) MESQUITE (NCL) MESQUITE (NCL) MESQUITE 1 mesquite mesquite mesquite mesquite It is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' in It is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' in It is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' in It is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' in height. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often again height. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often again height. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often again height. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often again in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender, in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender, in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender, in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender, brownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually along brownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually along brownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually along brownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually along washes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots can washes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots can washes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots can washes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots can penetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvet penetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvet penetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvet penetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvet mesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are an mesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are an mesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are an mesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are an excellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods are excellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods are excellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods are excellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods are eaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eighty eaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eighty eaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eighty eaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eighty percent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed of percent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed of percent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed of percent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed of mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making. mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making. mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making. mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making. For Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not only For Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not only For Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not only For Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not only relied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economic relied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economic relied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economic relied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economic plant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave and plant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave and plant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave and plant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave and Cahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of the Cahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of the Cahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of the Cahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of the mesquite: mesquite: mesquite: mesquite: Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches - Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches - Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches - Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches - firewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniture firewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniture firewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniture firewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniture Thorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinally Thorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinally Thorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinally Thorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinally as an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glue as an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glue as an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glue as an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glue and dye. and dye. and dye. and dye. But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp, But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp, But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp, But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp, that provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. They that provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. They that provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. They that provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. They collected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from the collected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from the collected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from the collected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from the trees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets for trees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets for trees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets for trees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets for future use. future use. future use. future use. Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, then by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without then by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without then by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without then by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without cooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods cooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods cooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods cooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods and ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread was and ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread was and ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread was and ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread was actually baked. actually baked. actually baked. actually baked. The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and (Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and (Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and (Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite. Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite. Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite. Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite. from: Desert USA from: Desert USA from: Desert USA from: Desert USA From: Mignonne From: Mignonne From: Mignonne From: Mignonne Yield: 1 info file Yield: 1 info file Yield: 1 info file Yield: 1 info file

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Recipes using mequite

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(NCL) MESQUITE(NCL) MESQUITE(NCL) MESQUITE(NCL) MESQUITE

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It is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' inIt is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' inIt is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' inIt is a small tree and member of the Pea Family. Grows to 30' inheight. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often againheight. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often againheight. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often againheight. Has yellow-green leaves and blooms in April and often againin August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender,in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender,in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender,in August. Its greenish-yellow flowers are followed by slender,brownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually alongbrownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually alongbrownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually alongbrownish seed pods. Grows at elevations under 5,000' usually alongwashes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots canwashes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots canwashes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots canwashes or areas where the water table is high. Its roots canpenetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvetpenetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvetpenetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvetpenetrate the ground up to 60' in search of water. The velvetmesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are anmesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are anmesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are anmesquite restores nitrogen to the soil and its flowers are anexcellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods areexcellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods areexcellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods areexcellent source of honey for bees and other insects. Seed pods areeaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eightyeaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eightyeaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eightyeaten by wild animals such as the Harris Ground Squirrel. Eightypercent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed ofpercent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed ofpercent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed ofpercent of a coyote's diet in late summer and fall is composed ofmesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making.mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making.mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making.mesquite beans. Mesquite wood is also used for cabinet-making.

For Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not onlyFor Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not onlyFor Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not onlyFor Native Americans of the desert regions, mesquite was not onlyrelied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economicrelied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economicrelied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economicrelied on as a dietary staple, but as the most important economicplant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave andplant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave andplant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave andplant of their culture. The Papago, Pima, Yuman, Cocopa, Mohave andCahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of theCahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of theCahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of theCahuilla peoples of Arizona and California utilized all parts of themesquite:mesquite:mesquite:mesquite:

Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches -Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches -Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches -Bark - basketry, pottery, fabrics and medicine Trunk & Branches -firewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniturefirewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniturefirewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furniturefirewood, in the manufacture of bows, arrows, mortars and furnitureThorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinallyThorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinallyThorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinallyThorns - awls and for tattooing Leaves - making tea, used medicinallyas an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glueas an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glueas an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glueas an eyewash and for head and stomach aches Sap - as a snack, glueand dye.and dye.and dye.and dye.

But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp,But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp,But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp,But it was the mesquite pod, with its nutritious, bittersweet pulp,that provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. Theythat provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. Theythat provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. Theythat provided the greatest benefit to indigenous desert peoples. Theycollected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from thecollected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from thecollected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from thecollected pods each fall, often eating many of them green from thetrees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets fortrees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets fortrees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets fortrees. The rest they dried in the sun and stored in large baskets forfuture use.future use.future use.future use.

Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal,Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal,Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal,Usually, the beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal,then by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake withoutthen by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake withoutthen by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake withoutthen by adding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake withoutcooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the podscooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the podscooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the podscooking. Some cultures are said to have taken the seeds from the podsand ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread wasand ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread wasand ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread wasand ground them into a flour called pinole, from which a bread wasactually baked.actually baked.actually baked.actually baked.

The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey MesquiteThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey MesquiteThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey MesquiteThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite(Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and(Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and(Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and(Prosopis glandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) andVelvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although theVelvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although theVelvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although theVelvet Mesquite (Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although theScrewbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.Screwbean is less flavorful than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.

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(NCL) MESQUITE -- A WONDER FOOD(NCL) MESQUITE -- A WONDER FOOD(NCL) MESQUITE -- A WONDER FOOD(NCL) MESQUITE -- A WONDER FOOD

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Mesquite -- A Wonder Food for the Twenty-First Century by Beverly CoxMesquite -- A Wonder Food for the Twenty-First Century by Beverly CoxMesquite -- A Wonder Food for the Twenty-First Century by Beverly CoxMesquite -- A Wonder Food for the Twenty-First Century by Beverly Cox& Martin Jacobs& Martin Jacobs& Martin Jacobs& Martin Jacobs

More than half the foods in the world today are of American origin.More than half the foods in the world today are of American origin.More than half the foods in the world today are of American origin.More than half the foods in the world today are of American origin.If the Americas remained undiscovered, Italians would be eating theirIf the Americas remained undiscovered, Italians would be eating theirIf the Americas remained undiscovered, Italians would be eating theirIf the Americas remained undiscovered, Italians would be eating theirpasta and pizza without tomato sauce. Hungarians wouldn't be enjoyingpasta and pizza without tomato sauce. Hungarians wouldn't be enjoyingpasta and pizza without tomato sauce. Hungarians wouldn't be enjoyingpasta and pizza without tomato sauce. Hungarians wouldn't be enjoyingpaprikash, and in England the national dish might well be fish withpaprikash, and in England the national dish might well be fish withpaprikash, and in England the national dish might well be fish withpaprikash, and in England the national dish might well be fish withno chips. Imagine French pastries made without chocolate or vanilla,no chips. Imagine French pastries made without chocolate or vanilla,no chips. Imagine French pastries made without chocolate or vanilla,no chips. Imagine French pastries made without chocolate or vanilla,or a bland Szechwan cuisine without chilies and peanuts. Foodsor a bland Szechwan cuisine without chilies and peanuts. Foodsor a bland Szechwan cuisine without chilies and peanuts. Foodsor a bland Szechwan cuisine without chilies and peanuts. Foodsoriginating in the Americas-first cultivated or gathered by Nativeoriginating in the Americas-first cultivated or gathered by Nativeoriginating in the Americas-first cultivated or gathered by Nativeoriginating in the Americas-first cultivated or gathered by NativeAmericans-have changed forever the way people eat on every continent.Americans-have changed forever the way people eat on every continent.Americans-have changed forever the way people eat on every continent.Americans-have changed forever the way people eat on every continent.The revolution continues with ancient foods such as quinoa, amaranth,The revolution continues with ancient foods such as quinoa, amaranth,The revolution continues with ancient foods such as quinoa, amaranth,The revolution continues with ancient foods such as quinoa, amaranth,and the sweet, nourishing pod of the mesquite tree being recognizedand the sweet, nourishing pod of the mesquite tree being recognizedand the sweet, nourishing pod of the mesquite tree being recognizedand the sweet, nourishing pod of the mesquite tree being recognizedas potential "new" wonder foods for the 21st Century.as potential "new" wonder foods for the 21st Century.as potential "new" wonder foods for the 21st Century.as potential "new" wonder foods for the 21st Century.

Mesquite grows well in desert areas from the southwestern UnitedMesquite grows well in desert areas from the southwestern UnitedMesquite grows well in desert areas from the southwestern UnitedMesquite grows well in desert areas from the southwestern UnitedStates to the Andean regions of South America. Traditionally, NativeStates to the Andean regions of South America. Traditionally, NativeStates to the Andean regions of South America. Traditionally, NativeStates to the Andean regions of South America. Traditionally, Nativepeoples in the Southwest depended on mesquite. It provided food,peoples in the Southwest depended on mesquite. It provided food,peoples in the Southwest depended on mesquite. It provided food,peoples in the Southwest depended on mesquite. It provided food,fuel, shelter, weapons, medicine, and cosmetics. As times changed,fuel, shelter, weapons, medicine, and cosmetics. As times changed,fuel, shelter, weapons, medicine, and cosmetics. As times changed,fuel, shelter, weapons, medicine, and cosmetics. As times changed,and as refined sugar and wheat flour became staples, the role ofand as refined sugar and wheat flour became staples, the role ofand as refined sugar and wheat flour became staples, the role ofand as refined sugar and wheat flour became staples, the role ofmesquite was diminished.mesquite was diminished.mesquite was diminished.mesquite was diminished.

Mesquite meal, made by grinding the seeds and pods, is rich inMesquite meal, made by grinding the seeds and pods, is rich inMesquite meal, made by grinding the seeds and pods, is rich inMesquite meal, made by grinding the seeds and pods, is rich incalcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, protein, and lysine. Itcalcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, protein, and lysine. Itcalcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, protein, and lysine. Itcalcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, protein, and lysine. Ithas a pleasantly sweet molasses-like flavor with a hint of caramel.has a pleasantly sweet molasses-like flavor with a hint of caramel.has a pleasantly sweet molasses-like flavor with a hint of caramel.has a pleasantly sweet molasses-like flavor with a hint of caramel.Traditionally, the meal was made into a porridge, but modern chefsTraditionally, the meal was made into a porridge, but modern chefsTraditionally, the meal was made into a porridge, but modern chefsTraditionally, the meal was made into a porridge, but modern chefssee many other possibilities. Mesquite meal is a delicious seasoningsee many other possibilities. Mesquite meal is a delicious seasoningsee many other possibilities. Mesquite meal is a delicious seasoningsee many other possibilities. Mesquite meal is a delicious seasoningor condiment. It may be combined with other flours in baked goods.or condiment. It may be combined with other flours in baked goods.or condiment. It may be combined with other flours in baked goods.or condiment. It may be combined with other flours in baked goods.

Concern about health issues, particularly diabetes, has revivedConcern about health issues, particularly diabetes, has revivedConcern about health issues, particularly diabetes, has revivedConcern about health issues, particularly diabetes, has revivedinterest in mesquite within the Native American community. Mesquiteinterest in mesquite within the Native American community. Mesquiteinterest in mesquite within the Native American community. Mesquiteinterest in mesquite within the Native American community. Mesquitemeal is particularly helpful to diabetics because it is a verymeal is particularly helpful to diabetics because it is a verymeal is particularly helpful to diabetics because it is a verymeal is particularly helpful to diabetics because it is a veryslow-to-digest protein. Until recently, there was no commerciallyslow-to-digest protein. Until recently, there was no commerciallyslow-to-digest protein. Until recently, there was no commerciallyslow-to-digest protein. Until recently, there was no commerciallyavailable source for mesquite meal. This need is being answeredavailable source for mesquite meal. This need is being answeredavailable source for mesquite meal. This need is being answeredavailable source for mesquite meal. This need is being answeredthrough Friends of Pronatura, a non-profit conservation group fromthrough Friends of Pronatura, a non-profit conservation group fromthrough Friends of Pronatura, a non-profit conservation group fromthrough Friends of Pronatura, a non-profit conservation group fromwhich PROMEZ, LLC was created to make mesquite available eitherwhich PROMEZ, LLC was created to make mesquite available eitherwhich PROMEZ, LLC was created to make mesquite available eitherwhich PROMEZ, LLC was created to make mesquite available eitherdirectly, or through Native Seed/Search.directly, or through Native Seed/Search.directly, or through Native Seed/Search.directly, or through Native Seed/Search.

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(NCL) MESQUITE MEAL(NCL) MESQUITE MEAL(NCL) MESQUITE MEAL(NCL) MESQUITE MEAL

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Collect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsalone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.

(Native Americans used a metate, a flat stone with a concave surface(Native Americans used a metate, a flat stone with a concave surface(Native Americans used a metate, a flat stone with a concave surface(Native Americans used a metate, a flat stone with a concave surfaceon which nuts, grains or other food items can be ground using anotheron which nuts, grains or other food items can be ground using anotheron which nuts, grains or other food items can be ground using anotheron which nuts, grains or other food items can be ground using anotherstone.)stone.)stone.)stone.)

If you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAStore, are also available.Store, are also available.Store, are also available.Store, are also available.

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(NCL) MESQUITE MOLASSES(NCL) MESQUITE MOLASSES(NCL) MESQUITE MOLASSES(NCL) MESQUITE MOLASSES

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Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thinsyrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes.

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Collect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orCollect mesquite pods in September and October, discard the light orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orhollow ones and retain the full or heavier ones. Dry in the sun, orin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inin the oven on low heat, until pods are crumbly, then grind inblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsblender or food processor. This can be difficult because the seedsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsare much harder than the pods. While it easier to grind the podsalone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.alone, nutritional value is lost and the flavor is somewhat different.

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If you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealIf you cannot, or do not want to dry and process mesquite mealyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAyourself, commercial products like as those sold at the DesertUSAStore, are also available.Store, are also available.Store, are also available.Store, are also available.From: Mignonne <mignonne-Al@e...> Date:From: Mignonne <mignonne-Al@e...> Date:From: Mignonne <mignonne-Al@e...> Date:From: Mignonne <mignonne-Al@e...> Date:

Yield: 4 servings Yield: 4 servings Yield: 4 servings Yield: 4 servings

APPLE NUT MUFFINSAPPLE NUT MUFFINSAPPLE NUT MUFFINSAPPLE NUT MUFFINS

1111 xxxx no ingredientsno ingredientsno ingredientsno ingredients

1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal 1 c chopped whole apple ( core1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal 1 c chopped whole apple ( core1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal 1 c chopped whole apple ( core1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal 1 c chopped whole apple ( coreremoved :)removed :)removed :)removed :)1/2 c whole wheat flour 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk1/2 c whole wheat flour 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk1/2 c whole wheat flour 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk1/2 c whole wheat flour 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 t vanilla1 t vanilla1 t vanilla1 t vanilla2 t baking powder 1/2 c evaporated milk2 t baking powder 1/2 c evaporated milk2 t baking powder 1/2 c evaporated milk2 t baking powder 1/2 c evaporated milk21/4 t salt 1/3 c oil21/4 t salt 1/3 c oil21/4 t salt 1/3 c oil21/4 t salt 1/3 c oil5 T sugar 1/4 c chopped nuts5 T sugar 1/4 c chopped nuts5 T sugar 1/4 c chopped nuts5 T sugar 1/4 c chopped nuts

* Preheat oven to 350 0F* Preheat oven to 350 0F* Preheat oven to 350 0F* Preheat oven to 350 0F* Lightly grease 12 muffin cups* Lightly grease 12 muffin cups* Lightly grease 12 muffin cups* Lightly grease 12 muffin cups* Combine mesquite meal, flours, baking powder, salt,* Combine mesquite meal, flours, baking powder, salt,* Combine mesquite meal, flours, baking powder, salt,* Combine mesquite meal, flours, baking powder, salt,sugar and apple in a large bowlsugar and apple in a large bowlsugar and apple in a large bowlsugar and apple in a large bowl* Beat eggs and yolk in separate bowl, add vanilla,* Beat eggs and yolk in separate bowl, add vanilla,* Beat eggs and yolk in separate bowl, add vanilla,* Beat eggs and yolk in separate bowl, add vanilla,evaporated milk and oil - mixevaporated milk and oil - mixevaporated milk and oil - mixevaporated milk and oil - mix* Add one-half of liquid to dry mix and combine; add* Add one-half of liquid to dry mix and combine; add* Add one-half of liquid to dry mix and combine; add* Add one-half of liquid to dry mix and combine; addremaining liquid and mix until just blended; do notremaining liquid and mix until just blended; do notremaining liquid and mix until just blended; do notremaining liquid and mix until just blended; do notbeatbeatbeatbeat* Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25 minutes or until* Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25 minutes or until* Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25 minutes or until* Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25 minutes or untiltoothpick inserted into muffin removes cleantoothpick inserted into muffin removes cleantoothpick inserted into muffin removes cleantoothpick inserted into muffin removes clean

Yield: 12 Yield: 12 Yield: 12 Yield: 12

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AUTUMN APPLE SQUARESAUTUMN APPLE SQUARESAUTUMN APPLE SQUARESAUTUMN APPLE SQUARES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

3/43/43/43/4 cccc flourflourflourflour1/41/41/41/4 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez2-1/22-1/22-1/22-1/2 tttt baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/81/81/81/8 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt2222 TTTT butterbutterbutterbutter2/32/32/32/3 cccc sugarsugarsugarsugar1/31/31/31/3 cccc brown sugarbrown sugarbrown sugarbrown sugar1/31/31/31/3 cccc waterwaterwaterwater2222 eggseggseggseggs1111 tttt vanillavanillavanillavanilla8888 ozozozoz chopped dateschopped dateschopped dateschopped dates1/21/21/21/2 choppedchoppedchoppedchopped pecanspecanspecanspecans3333 apples, cored and choppedapples, cored and choppedapples, cored and choppedapples, cored and chopped

Spread in a I lxi 7" baking sheet. Bake 40-45 minutes at 300 degreesSpread in a I lxi 7" baking sheet. Bake 40-45 minutes at 300 degreesSpread in a I lxi 7" baking sheet. Bake 40-45 minutes at 300 degreesSpread in a I lxi 7" baking sheet. Bake 40-45 minutes at 300 degreesFFFFCool in panCool in panCool in panCool in pan

Yield: 10 2” squares Yield: 10 2” squares Yield: 10 2” squares Yield: 10 2” squares

BASIC YELLOW MESQUITE CAKEBASIC YELLOW MESQUITE CAKEBASIC YELLOW MESQUITE CAKEBASIC YELLOW MESQUITE CAKE

By: By: By: By: Desert Tropicals Desert Tropicals Desert Tropicals Desert Tropicals

2 1/42 1/42 1/42 1/4 c.c.c.c. flourflourflourflour3/43/43/43/4 c.c.c.c. mesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flour2 1/22 1/22 1/22 1/2 tsp.tsp.tsp.tsp. baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/21/21/21/2 tbsp.tbsp.tbsp.tbsp. saltsaltsaltsalt3/43/43/43/4 c.c.c.c. oil or non-dairy margarineoil or non-dairy margarineoil or non-dairy margarineoil or non-dairy margarine1 1/31 1/31 1/31 1/3 c.c.c.c. sugarsugarsugarsugar2222 tsp.tsp.tsp.tsp. vanilla extractvanilla extractvanilla extractvanilla extract1 1/31 1/31 1/31 1/3 c.c.c.c. milkmilkmilkmilk

Mesquite flour will give a delicate and distinctive flavor to your cakes.Mesquite flour will give a delicate and distinctive flavor to your cakes.Mesquite flour will give a delicate and distinctive flavor to your cakes.Mesquite flour will give a delicate and distinctive flavor to your cakes.Sift the flours, salt, and baking powder in a bowlSift the flours, salt, and baking powder in a bowlSift the flours, salt, and baking powder in a bowlSift the flours, salt, and baking powder in a bowlBeat the sugar, vanilla, and oil or margarine in a separate bowlBeat the sugar, vanilla, and oil or margarine in a separate bowlBeat the sugar, vanilla, and oil or margarine in a separate bowlBeat the sugar, vanilla, and oil or margarine in a separate bowlMix slowly the content of the 2 bowls, and the milk. Beat until smooth.Mix slowly the content of the 2 bowls, and the milk. Beat until smooth.Mix slowly the content of the 2 bowls, and the milk. Beat until smooth.Mix slowly the content of the 2 bowls, and the milk. Beat until smooth.Pour the batter into 2 greased 9-inch round cake pans.Pour the batter into 2 greased 9-inch round cake pans.Pour the batter into 2 greased 9-inch round cake pans.Pour the batter into 2 greased 9-inch round cake pans.Bake for 30 minutes in a pre-heated, 350 degrees F oven.Bake for 30 minutes in a pre-heated, 350 degrees F oven.Bake for 30 minutes in a pre-heated, 350 degrees F oven.Bake for 30 minutes in a pre-heated, 350 degrees F oven.

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BLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKES

1111 xxxx no ingredientsno ingredientsno ingredientsno ingredients

(12 -3" pancakes)(12 -3" pancakes)(12 -3" pancakes)(12 -3" pancakes)1 c blue corn meal 1/2 c milk1 c blue corn meal 1/2 c milk1 c blue corn meal 1/2 c milk1 c blue corn meal 1/2 c milk1 t salt 2 T melted butter1 t salt 2 T melted butter1 t salt 2 T melted butter1 t salt 2 T melted butter2-4 T PROMEZ mesquite meal (or 2-4 T applesauce)2-4 T PROMEZ mesquite meal (or 2-4 T applesauce)2-4 T PROMEZ mesquite meal (or 2-4 T applesauce)2-4 T PROMEZ mesquite meal (or 2-4 T applesauce)1 1/4 c boiling water 1/2 cup flour1 1/4 c boiling water 1/2 cup flour1 1/4 c boiling water 1/2 cup flour1 1/4 c boiling water 1/2 cup flour1 egg 2 t baking powder1 egg 2 t baking powder1 egg 2 t baking powder1 egg 2 t baking powder

* Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ; add boiling water and* Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ; add boiling water and* Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ; add boiling water and* Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ; add boiling water andlet stand for five to ten minuteslet stand for five to ten minuteslet stand for five to ten minuteslet stand for five to ten minutes* Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce ), add to corn* Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce ), add to corn* Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce ), add to corn* Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce ), add to cornmealmealmealmeal* Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into* Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into* Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into* Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly intomixmixmixmix* Cook on hot pancake griddle* Cook on hot pancake griddle* Cook on hot pancake griddle* Cook on hot pancake griddle

Yield: 12 Yield: 12 Yield: 12 Yield: 12

BLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKESBLUE CORN PANCAKES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1111 cccc blue corn mealblue corn mealblue corn mealblue corn meal1111 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt2-42-42-42-4 TTTT promezpromezpromezpromez1 1/41 1/41 1/41 1/4 cccc boiling waterboiling waterboiling waterboiling water1111 eggeggeggegg1/21/21/21/2 cccc milkmilkmilkmilk2222 TTTT melted buttermelted buttermelted buttermelted butter

(or 2-4 1 applesauce)(or 2-4 1 applesauce)(or 2-4 1 applesauce)(or 2-4 1 applesauce)1/21/21/21/2 cccc flourflourflourflour2222 tttt baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder

• Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ: add boiling water Let stand five to ten• Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ: add boiling water Let stand five to ten• Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ: add boiling water Let stand five to ten• Blend corn meal, salt and PROMEZ: add boiling water Let stand five to tenminutesminutesminutesminutes• Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce), add to corn meal• Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce), add to corn meal• Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce), add to corn meal• Beat egg, milk, butter (or applesauce), add to corn meal• Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into mix• Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into mix• Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into mix• Add sifted flour and baking powder, blend swiftly into mix• Cook on hot pancake griddle• Cook on hot pancake griddle• Cook on hot pancake griddle• Cook on hot pancake griddle

Yield: 12 3” pancakes Yield: 12 3” pancakes Yield: 12 3” pancakes Yield: 12 3” pancakes

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BUTTERMILK PANCAKESBUTTERMILK PANCAKESBUTTERMILK PANCAKESBUTTERMILK PANCAKES

By: By: By: By: promez promez promez promez

3/43/43/43/4 cccc baking mixbaking mixbaking mixbaking mix1/41/41/41/4 tttt baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/31/31/31/3 cccc promez mealpromez mealpromez mealpromez meal3/43/43/43/4 cccc buttermilkbuttermilkbuttermilkbuttermilk1111 eggeggeggegg

• Sift dry ingredients together into a medium bowl• Sift dry ingredients together into a medium bowl• Sift dry ingredients together into a medium bowl• Sift dry ingredients together into a medium bowl• Beat egg in a small bowl, add buttermilk and beat and beat again• Beat egg in a small bowl, add buttermilk and beat and beat again• Beat egg in a small bowl, add buttermilk and beat and beat again• Beat egg in a small bowl, add buttermilk and beat and beat again• Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just moistened• Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just moistened• Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just moistened• Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just moistened• Drop according to desired size on hot griddle, turn once to brown other• Drop according to desired size on hot griddle, turn once to brown other• Drop according to desired size on hot griddle, turn once to brown other• Drop according to desired size on hot griddle, turn once to brown othersidesidesidesideNOTE:NOTE:NOTE:NOTE:Use saguaro or maple syrupUse saguaro or maple syrupUse saguaro or maple syrupUse saguaro or maple syrupFor waffles add it sugar and 1 T cooking oilFor waffles add it sugar and 1 T cooking oilFor waffles add it sugar and 1 T cooking oilFor waffles add it sugar and 1 T cooking oil

Yield: 8 pancakes Yield: 8 pancakes Yield: 8 pancakes Yield: 8 pancakes

CAROB CHIP ORANGE CAKECAROB CHIP ORANGE CAKECAROB CHIP ORANGE CAKECAROB CHIP ORANGE CAKE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

i c promezi c promezi c promezi c promez3333 cccc whole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flour1111 TTTT baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1111 TTTT baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/21/21/21/2 tttt cardamomcardamomcardamomcardamom3/43/43/43/4 cccc carob chipscarob chipscarob chipscarob chips

i t cinnamon t vanillai t cinnamon t vanillai t cinnamon t vanillai t cinnamon t vanilla2222 eggseggseggseggs112112112112 tttt almond extractalmond extractalmond extractalmond extract

2tcanolaoil2tcanolaoil2tcanolaoil2tcanolaoil2222 TTTT honeyhoneyhoneyhoney1111 tttt orange zestorange zestorange zestorange zest

juice one orangejuice one orangejuice one orangejuice one orange1 1/21 1/21 1/21 1/2 cccc skim milkskim milkskim milkskim milk1 1/21 1/21 1/21 1/2 cccc juice (apple, grape)juice (apple, grape)juice (apple, grape)juice (apple, grape)1/21/21/21/2 cccc yogurtyogurtyogurtyogurt

• Heat oven to 3500 F• Heat oven to 3500 F• Heat oven to 3500 F• Heat oven to 3500 F• Oil two large loaf pans• Oil two large loaf pans• Oil two large loaf pans• Oil two large loaf pans• Mix dry ingredients in large bowl• Mix dry ingredients in large bowl• Mix dry ingredients in large bowl• Mix dry ingredients in large bowl• Mix wet ingredients in large bowl• Mix wet ingredients in large bowl• Mix wet ingredients in large bowl• Mix wet ingredients in large bowl• Blend wet and dry ingredients. Do not beat.• Blend wet and dry ingredients. Do not beat.• Blend wet and dry ingredients. Do not beat.• Blend wet and dry ingredients. Do not beat.• Fill loaf pans 2/3 full• Fill loaf pans 2/3 full• Fill loaf pans 2/3 full• Fill loaf pans 2/3 full• Bake 30 minutes or until bread springs back.• Bake 30 minutes or until bread springs back.• Bake 30 minutes or until bread springs back.• Bake 30 minutes or until bread springs back.

Note: Substitute carob chips for grated carrots, or add banana or toastedNote: Substitute carob chips for grated carrots, or add banana or toastedNote: Substitute carob chips for grated carrots, or add banana or toastedNote: Substitute carob chips for grated carrots, or add banana or toastedalmonds or cardamom.almonds or cardamom.almonds or cardamom.almonds or cardamom.

Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10

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CARROT-MESQUITE MUFFINSCARROT-MESQUITE MUFFINSCARROT-MESQUITE MUFFINSCARROT-MESQUITE MUFFINS

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2222 c.c.c.c. grated carrot i t. cinnamon 1/2 t.; saltgrated carrot i t. cinnamon 1/2 t.; saltgrated carrot i t. cinnamon 1/2 t.; saltgrated carrot i t. cinnamon 1/2 t.; salt21212121 g.g.g.g. eggs 1-2/3 c. all purpose floureggs 1-2/3 c. all purpose floureggs 1-2/3 c. all purpose floureggs 1-2/3 c. all purpose flour1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. vegetable oil 1/4 c. oat branvegetable oil 1/4 c. oat branvegetable oil 1/4 c. oat branvegetable oil 1/4 c. oat bran1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. molasses 1/4 c. granolamolasses 1/4 c. granolamolasses 1/4 c. granolamolasses 1/4 c. granola

& honey mixed 1/3 c. sugar& honey mixed 1/3 c. sugar& honey mixed 1/3 c. sugar& honey mixed 1/3 c. sugar1/21/21/21/2 t.t.t.t. vanilla 1/2 t. baking powdervanilla 1/2 t. baking powdervanilla 1/2 t. baking powdervanilla 1/2 t. baking powder1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. rice, soy or 1/2 c. raisins (option; al)rice, soy or 1/2 c. raisins (option; al)rice, soy or 1/2 c. raisins (option; al)rice, soy or 1/2 c. raisins (option; al)

dairy milk 1/3 c. promezdairy milk 1/3 c. promezdairy milk 1/3 c. promezdairy milk 1/3 c. promez1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. granola for garnishgranola for garnishgranola for garnishgranola for garnish

(optional).(optional).(optional).(optional).

• Preheat oven to 350” F. Oil 12 muffin tins.• Preheat oven to 350” F. Oil 12 muffin tins.• Preheat oven to 350” F. Oil 12 muffin tins.• Preheat oven to 350” F. Oil 12 muffin tins.• Mix eggs, carrot, oil, sugar, molasses, vanilla and milk in a large• Mix eggs, carrot, oil, sugar, molasses, vanilla and milk in a large• Mix eggs, carrot, oil, sugar, molasses, vanilla and milk in a large• Mix eggs, carrot, oil, sugar, molasses, vanilla and milk in a largemixing bowl.mixing bowl.mixing bowl.mixing bowl.• in a separate bowl mix flour, mesquite meal, granola, bran,• in a separate bowl mix flour, mesquite meal, granola, bran,• in a separate bowl mix flour, mesquite meal, granola, bran,• in a separate bowl mix flour, mesquite meal, granola, bran,cinnamon, baking powder and salt.cinnamon, baking powder and salt.cinnamon, baking powder and salt.cinnamon, baking powder and salt.• Add di-~' ingredients to wet until just mixed.• Add di-~' ingredients to wet until just mixed.• Add di-~' ingredients to wet until just mixed.• Add di-~' ingredients to wet until just mixed.• Add raisins and stir in, leaving batter slightly lumpy.• Add raisins and stir in, leaving batter slightly lumpy.• Add raisins and stir in, leaving batter slightly lumpy.• Add raisins and stir in, leaving batter slightly lumpy.• Spoon batter into tins, filling about 1/3-1/2 full.• Spoon batter into tins, filling about 1/3-1/2 full.• Spoon batter into tins, filling about 1/3-1/2 full.• Spoon batter into tins, filling about 1/3-1/2 full.• Sprinkle with granola and bake for about 2 0-25 minutes, or until• Sprinkle with granola and bake for about 2 0-25 minutes, or until• Sprinkle with granola and bake for about 2 0-25 minutes, or until• Sprinkle with granola and bake for about 2 0-25 minutes, or untilknife comes out clean.knife comes out clean.knife comes out clean.knife comes out clean.

Yield: 12 muff/ins Yield: 12 muff/ins Yield: 12 muff/ins Yield: 12 muff/ins

CHICKEN IN MESQUITE SAUCECHICKEN IN MESQUITE SAUCECHICKEN IN MESQUITE SAUCECHICKEN IN MESQUITE SAUCE

1111 1 lbs. chicken breasts1 lbs. chicken breasts1 lbs. chicken breasts1 lbs. chicken breasts

1 c chile powder, mild1 c chile powder, mild1 c chile powder, mild1 c chile powder, mild1/4 c oil 2 oz chocolate, unsweetened1/4 c oil 2 oz chocolate, unsweetened1/4 c oil 2 oz chocolate, unsweetened1/4 c oil 2 oz chocolate, unsweetened1 onion, medium 1 t honey (or brown sugar)1 onion, medium 1 t honey (or brown sugar)1 onion, medium 1 t honey (or brown sugar)1 onion, medium 1 t honey (or brown sugar)1 garlic clove 1/4 t wine vinegar1 garlic clove 1/4 t wine vinegar1 garlic clove 1/4 t wine vinegar1 garlic clove 1/4 t wine vinegar2 t Sesame seeds 1 t cumine (comino)2 t Sesame seeds 1 t cumine (comino)2 t Sesame seeds 1 t cumine (comino)2 t Sesame seeds 1 t cumine (comino)1/3 c chopped almonds 1/4 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/3 c chopped almonds 1/4 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/3 c chopped almonds 1/4 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/3 c chopped almonds 1/4 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1 c chicken broth1 c chicken broth1 c chicken broth1 c chicken broth

* Heat oven to 350F* Heat oven to 350F* Heat oven to 350F* Heat oven to 350F* Brown chicken breasts in oil* Brown chicken breasts in oil* Brown chicken breasts in oil* Brown chicken breasts in oil* Toast sesame seeds and almonds in a dry pan and set* Toast sesame seeds and almonds in a dry pan and set* Toast sesame seeds and almonds in a dry pan and set* Toast sesame seeds and almonds in a dry pan and setasideasideasideaside* Saute onion and garlic* Saute onion and garlic* Saute onion and garlic* Saute onion and garlic* Mix mesquite meal with 1/3 cup chicken broth,* Mix mesquite meal with 1/3 cup chicken broth,* Mix mesquite meal with 1/3 cup chicken broth,* Mix mesquite meal with 1/3 cup chicken broth,* Add sesame, almonds, chile, chocolate, honey, vinegar,* Add sesame, almonds, chile, chocolate, honey, vinegar,* Add sesame, almonds, chile, chocolate, honey, vinegar,* Add sesame, almonds, chile, chocolate, honey, vinegar,and cumin stirring to blendand cumin stirring to blendand cumin stirring to blendand cumin stirring to blend* Add remaining broth to achieve a paste-like consistency* Add remaining broth to achieve a paste-like consistency* Add remaining broth to achieve a paste-like consistency* Add remaining broth to achieve a paste-like consistency* Place chicken in an oven-proof dish, cover with the* Place chicken in an oven-proof dish, cover with the* Place chicken in an oven-proof dish, cover with the* Place chicken in an oven-proof dish, cover with thechile mixturechile mixturechile mixturechile mixture* Bake at 350F for one hour* Bake at 350F for one hour* Bake at 350F for one hour* Bake at 350F for one hour

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Option: Peanut butter may be substituted for almondsOption: Peanut butter may be substituted for almondsOption: Peanut butter may be substituted for almondsOption: Peanut butter may be substituted for almonds

Yield: 6 Yield: 6 Yield: 6 Yield: 6

DESERT SCONESDESERT SCONESDESERT SCONESDESERT SCONES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1-1/21-1/21-1/21-1/2 cccc flourflourflourflour1/21/21/21/2 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez2222 tttt baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/21/21/21/2 tttt baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt1/41/41/41/4 cupcupcupcup butterbutterbutterbutter1111 eggyolkeggyolkeggyolkeggyolk8888 ozozozoz sour creamsour creamsour creamsour cream1111 tttt orange zestorange zestorange zestorange zest1/31/31/31/3 cupcupcupcup prickly bear ballsprickly bear ballsprickly bear ballsprickly bear balls

• Heat oven to 4000 F• Heat oven to 4000 F• Heat oven to 4000 F• Heat oven to 4000 F• In large mixing bowl stir the flours, baking powder, soda and salt• In large mixing bowl stir the flours, baking powder, soda and salt• In large mixing bowl stir the flours, baking powder, soda and salt• In large mixing bowl stir the flours, baking powder, soda and salt• Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly, add orange• Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly, add orange• Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly, add orange• Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly, add orangezest and prickly pear ballszest and prickly pear ballszest and prickly pear ballszest and prickly pear balls• In a small bowl stir sour cream and egg yolk; add to flour mixture, stir• In a small bowl stir sour cream and egg yolk; add to flour mixture, stir• In a small bowl stir sour cream and egg yolk; add to flour mixture, stir• In a small bowl stir sour cream and egg yolk; add to flour mixture, stiruntil combined as dry mixtureuntil combined as dry mixtureuntil combined as dry mixtureuntil combined as dry mixture• Turn out dough on lightly floured surface, knead dough quickly 10 or 12• Turn out dough on lightly floured surface, knead dough quickly 10 or 12• Turn out dough on lightly floured surface, knead dough quickly 10 or 12• Turn out dough on lightly floured surface, knead dough quickly 10 or 12strokes, roll out to 7” circle, cut into 12 wedgesstrokes, roll out to 7” circle, cut into 12 wedgesstrokes, roll out to 7” circle, cut into 12 wedgesstrokes, roll out to 7” circle, cut into 12 wedges• Place wedges on ungreased baking sheet 1” apart• Place wedges on ungreased baking sheet 1” apart• Place wedges on ungreased baking sheet 1” apart• Place wedges on ungreased baking sheet 1” apart• Bake for 10 - 12 minutes until lightly browned• Bake for 10 - 12 minutes until lightly browned• Bake for 10 - 12 minutes until lightly browned• Bake for 10 - 12 minutes until lightly browned

GlazeGlazeGlazeGlaze1 c powdered sugar 3 t orange juice1 c powdered sugar 3 t orange juice1 c powdered sugar 3 t orange juice1 c powdered sugar 3 t orange juice1/4 t vanilla1/4 t vanilla1/4 t vanilla1/4 t vanilla• stir ingredients together and drizzle on warm scones• stir ingredients together and drizzle on warm scones• stir ingredients together and drizzle on warm scones• stir ingredients together and drizzle on warm scones

Prickly pear balls are made by combining freeze dried prickly pear powderPrickly pear balls are made by combining freeze dried prickly pear powderPrickly pear balls are made by combining freeze dried prickly pear powderPrickly pear balls are made by combining freeze dried prickly pear powderwith enough water to formed into balls the size of currants.with enough water to formed into balls the size of currants.with enough water to formed into balls the size of currants.with enough water to formed into balls the size of currants.Powder obtained from Arizona Cactus Ranch, Box 8Powder obtained from Arizona Cactus Ranch, Box 8Powder obtained from Arizona Cactus Ranch, Box 8Powder obtained from Arizona Cactus Ranch, Box 8Green Valley, AZ 85622Green Valley, AZ 85622Green Valley, AZ 85622Green Valley, AZ 85622Cut into squaresCut into squaresCut into squaresCut into squares

Yield: 6 scones Yield: 6 scones Yield: 6 scones Yield: 6 scones

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LEMON POPPY SEED SCONESLEMON POPPY SEED SCONESLEMON POPPY SEED SCONESLEMON POPPY SEED SCONES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. flourflourflourflour3/43/43/43/4 c.c.c.c. promezpromezpromezpromez2222 t.t.t.t. poppy seedspoppy seedspoppy seedspoppy seeds2222 t.t.t.t. baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. oil.oil.oil.oil.1111 t.t.t.t. baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 t.t.t.t. saltsaltsaltsalt1111 c.c.c.c. lemon yogurtlemon yogurtlemon yogurtlemon yogurt1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. maple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honey

• Mix flour through salt in mixing bowl.• Mix flour through salt in mixing bowl.• Mix flour through salt in mixing bowl.• Mix flour through salt in mixing bowl.• Stir together yogurt, maple syrup and oil: add to dry ingredients.• Stir together yogurt, maple syrup and oil: add to dry ingredients.• Stir together yogurt, maple syrup and oil: add to dry ingredients.• Stir together yogurt, maple syrup and oil: add to dry ingredients.• Stir just until moistened. Knead on floured surface a few seconds to• Stir just until moistened. Knead on floured surface a few seconds to• Stir just until moistened. Knead on floured surface a few seconds to• Stir just until moistened. Knead on floured surface a few seconds toform into a ball. Roll out to 1/2” thick.form into a ball. Roll out to 1/2” thick.form into a ball. Roll out to 1/2” thick.form into a ball. Roll out to 1/2” thick.• Cut into diamonds or squares (about 1-1/2 to 2”).• Cut into diamonds or squares (about 1-1/2 to 2”).• Cut into diamonds or squares (about 1-1/2 to 2”).• Cut into diamonds or squares (about 1-1/2 to 2”).• Bake 10 minutes at 425 degrees F on ungreased baking sheets.• Bake 10 minutes at 425 degrees F on ungreased baking sheets.• Bake 10 minutes at 425 degrees F on ungreased baking sheets.• Bake 10 minutes at 425 degrees F on ungreased baking sheets.on wire rack. Will store one month in a covered container.on wire rack. Will store one month in a covered container.on wire rack. Will store one month in a covered container.on wire rack. Will store one month in a covered container.

Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings

MAPLE TOFU CHEESECAKEMAPLE TOFU CHEESECAKEMAPLE TOFU CHEESECAKEMAPLE TOFU CHEESECAKE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

fillingfillingfillingfilling1/31/31/31/3 cccc orange juiceorange juiceorange juiceorange juice2222 cccc mashed tofumashed tofumashed tofumashed tofu1111 riperiperiperipe bananabananabananabanana2/32/32/32/3 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez1111 TTTT unflavored gelatinunflavored gelatinunflavored gelatinunflavored gelatin1/21/21/21/2 tttt vanillavanillavanillavanilla2-32-32-32-3 TTTT lemon juicelemon juicelemon juicelemon juice

CrustCrustCrustCrustI graham crust shell, bakedI graham crust shell, bakedI graham crust shell, bakedI graham crust shell, baked

• Place orange juice in top of double boiler, sprinkle gelatin, stir until• Place orange juice in top of double boiler, sprinkle gelatin, stir until• Place orange juice in top of double boiler, sprinkle gelatin, stir until• Place orange juice in top of double boiler, sprinkle gelatin, stir untilgelatin is dissolved.gelatin is dissolved.gelatin is dissolved.gelatin is dissolved.• Mix with all ingredients in a bowl and blend.• Mix with all ingredients in a bowl and blend.• Mix with all ingredients in a bowl and blend.• Mix with all ingredients in a bowl and blend.• Pour into baked, cooled crust.• Pour into baked, cooled crust.• Pour into baked, cooled crust.• Pour into baked, cooled crust.• Refligerate 3 hours.• Refligerate 3 hours.• Refligerate 3 hours.• Refligerate 3 hours.

Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings

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MARGARITA LIME PIE WITH SWEET MESQUITE CRUSTMARGARITA LIME PIE WITH SWEET MESQUITE CRUSTMARGARITA LIME PIE WITH SWEET MESQUITE CRUSTMARGARITA LIME PIE WITH SWEET MESQUITE CRUST

By: By: By: By: The Scottsdale Institute The Scottsdale Institute The Scottsdale Institute The Scottsdale Institute

pie doughpie doughpie doughpie dough1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal2222 t.t.t.t. sugarsugarsugarsugar1/41/41/41/4 tsp.tsp.tsp.tsp. saltsaltsaltsalt1111 cup + 1tspcup + 1tspcup + 1tspcup + 1tsp a.p. floura.p. floura.p. floura.p. flour1111 stickstickstickstick unsalted butterunsalted butterunsalted butterunsalted butter1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. ice waterice waterice waterice water1111 fillingfillingfillingfilling2222 canscanscanscans condensed milkcondensed milkcondensed milkcondensed milk14141414 oz.oz.oz.oz. fresh lime juicefresh lime juicefresh lime juicefresh lime juice4444 oz.oz.oz.oz. tequilatequilatequilatequila8888 eacheacheacheach egg yolksegg yolksegg yolksegg yolks2222 eacheacheacheach lemon zestlemon zestlemon zestlemon zest1111 t.t.t.t. cornstarchcornstarchcornstarchcornstarch1111 oz.oz.oz.oz. grand marniergrand marniergrand marniergrand marnier

1. Place mesquite meal, sugar and flour in food processor. Pulse to blend.1. Place mesquite meal, sugar and flour in food processor. Pulse to blend.1. Place mesquite meal, sugar and flour in food processor. Pulse to blend.1. Place mesquite meal, sugar and flour in food processor. Pulse to blend.2. Cut cold butter into pieces and add to running processor one at a time.2. Cut cold butter into pieces and add to running processor one at a time.2. Cut cold butter into pieces and add to running processor one at a time.2. Cut cold butter into pieces and add to running processor one at a time.Dough should form pea-sizes shapes.Dough should form pea-sizes shapes.Dough should form pea-sizes shapes.Dough should form pea-sizes shapes.3. With processor running, add ice water. Do not over mix.3. With processor running, add ice water. Do not over mix.3. With processor running, add ice water. Do not over mix.3. With processor running, add ice water. Do not over mix.4. Turn onto plastic and wrap forming a uniform ball. Refrigerate at least4. Turn onto plastic and wrap forming a uniform ball. Refrigerate at least4. Turn onto plastic and wrap forming a uniform ball. Refrigerate at least4. Turn onto plastic and wrap forming a uniform ball. Refrigerate at least15 minutes.15 minutes.15 minutes.15 minutes.5. Roll out on a lightly floured board to fit a 10-inch pie pan and press5. Roll out on a lightly floured board to fit a 10-inch pie pan and press5. Roll out on a lightly floured board to fit a 10-inch pie pan and press5. Roll out on a lightly floured board to fit a 10-inch pie pan and pressto shape around edges.to shape around edges.to shape around edges.to shape around edges.6. Place parchment over crust, fill with beans and bake for 12 minutes at6. Place parchment over crust, fill with beans and bake for 12 minutes at6. Place parchment over crust, fill with beans and bake for 12 minutes at6. Place parchment over crust, fill with beans and bake for 12 minutes at425 degrees F..425 degrees F..425 degrees F..425 degrees F..7. Remove beans and paper, prick dough with fork and finish pie crust at7. Remove beans and paper, prick dough with fork and finish pie crust at7. Remove beans and paper, prick dough with fork and finish pie crust at7. Remove beans and paper, prick dough with fork and finish pie crust at350 degrees F.for 10 minutes.350 degrees F.for 10 minutes.350 degrees F.for 10 minutes.350 degrees F.for 10 minutes.1. Mix all ingredients except cornstarch in blender at high speed for 11. Mix all ingredients except cornstarch in blender at high speed for 11. Mix all ingredients except cornstarch in blender at high speed for 11. Mix all ingredients except cornstarch in blender at high speed for 1minute.minute.minute.minute.2. Pour mixture into a double boiler and whisk until it thickens slightly.2. Pour mixture into a double boiler and whisk until it thickens slightly.2. Pour mixture into a double boiler and whisk until it thickens slightly.2. Pour mixture into a double boiler and whisk until it thickens slightly.3. Make slurry with cornstarch and add to filling.3. Make slurry with cornstarch and add to filling.3. Make slurry with cornstarch and add to filling.3. Make slurry with cornstarch and add to filling.4. Continue to cook until moderately thick.4. Continue to cook until moderately thick.4. Continue to cook until moderately thick.4. Continue to cook until moderately thick.5. Remove from heat and pour into baked pie shell.5. Remove from heat and pour into baked pie shell.5. Remove from heat and pour into baked pie shell.5. Remove from heat and pour into baked pie shell.6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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MESQUITE BEAN JELLYMESQUITE BEAN JELLYMESQUITE BEAN JELLYMESQUITE BEAN JELLY

half bushel mesquite beanshalf bushel mesquite beanshalf bushel mesquite beanshalf bushel mesquite beans2 cups tart plum juice or 1 cup lemon juice2 cups tart plum juice or 1 cup lemon juice2 cups tart plum juice or 1 cup lemon juice2 cups tart plum juice or 1 cup lemon juice1 box jelling agent1 box jelling agent1 box jelling agent1 box jelling agent7 1/2 cups sugar7 1/2 cups sugar7 1/2 cups sugar7 1/2 cups sugar

Pick half bushel of mesquite beans without bug holes. Select beansPick half bushel of mesquite beans without bug holes. Select beansPick half bushel of mesquite beans without bug holes. Select beansPick half bushel of mesquite beans without bug holes. Select beansthat are succulent, yet mature enough to have red tinge on thethat are succulent, yet mature enough to have red tinge on thethat are succulent, yet mature enough to have red tinge on thethat are succulent, yet mature enough to have red tinge on thepods. Wash the beans and snap into small pieces. Add plum or lemonpods. Wash the beans and snap into small pieces. Add plum or lemonpods. Wash the beans and snap into small pieces. Add plum or lemonpods. Wash the beans and snap into small pieces. Add plum or lemonjuices. Cook 1 hour in 3 to 4 quarts of water. Drain the juice andjuices. Cook 1 hour in 3 to 4 quarts of water. Drain the juice andjuices. Cook 1 hour in 3 to 4 quarts of water. Drain the juice andjuices. Cook 1 hour in 3 to 4 quarts of water. Drain the juice andsave.save.save.save.

Place 5 cups of juice in a pan, bring to a boil and add jellingPlace 5 cups of juice in a pan, bring to a boil and add jellingPlace 5 cups of juice in a pan, bring to a boil and add jellingPlace 5 cups of juice in a pan, bring to a boil and add jellingagent while stirring vigorously. Bring the mixture to a boil thatagent while stirring vigorously. Bring the mixture to a boil thatagent while stirring vigorously. Bring the mixture to a boil thatagent while stirring vigorously. Bring the mixture to a boil thatcannot be stirred down; then add sugar and cook 5 more minutes.cannot be stirred down; then add sugar and cook 5 more minutes.cannot be stirred down; then add sugar and cook 5 more minutes.cannot be stirred down; then add sugar and cook 5 more minutes.Pour into glasses and jars and allow to cool.Pour into glasses and jars and allow to cool.Pour into glasses and jars and allow to cool.Pour into glasses and jars and allow to cool.

MESQUITE BEAN WINEMESQUITE BEAN WINEMESQUITE BEAN WINEMESQUITE BEAN WINE

3333 lbslbslbslbs mesquite beansmesquite beansmesquite beansmesquite beans1111 cupcupcupcup chopped golden raisinschopped golden raisinschopped golden raisinschopped golden raisins2-1/22-1/22-1/22-1/2 lbslbslbslbs granulated sugargranulated sugargranulated sugargranulated sugar

water to make up one gallonwater to make up one gallonwater to make up one gallonwater to make up one gallon1-1/21-1/21-1/21-1/2 tsptsptsptsp acid blendacid blendacid blendacid blend1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp pectic enzymepectic enzymepectic enzymepectic enzyme1111 tsptsptsptsp yeast nutrientyeast nutrientyeast nutrientyeast nutrient

wine yeastwine yeastwine yeastwine yeast

Wash the bean pods and break them into one-inch pieces. Put them into aWash the bean pods and break them into one-inch pieces. Put them into aWash the bean pods and break them into one-inch pieces. Put them into aWash the bean pods and break them into one-inch pieces. Put them into alarge cooking pot and cover them with about 7 pints water. Simmer slowlylarge cooking pot and cover them with about 7 pints water. Simmer slowlylarge cooking pot and cover them with about 7 pints water. Simmer slowlylarge cooking pot and cover them with about 7 pints water. Simmer slowlyfor one hour, covered. Strain the beans off and discard. Pour the waterfor one hour, covered. Strain the beans off and discard. Pour the waterfor one hour, covered. Strain the beans off and discard. Pour the waterfor one hour, covered. Strain the beans off and discard. Pour the waterinto a primary and stir into it half the sugar. Stir well to dissolve theinto a primary and stir into it half the sugar. Stir well to dissolve theinto a primary and stir into it half the sugar. Stir well to dissolve theinto a primary and stir into it half the sugar. Stir well to dissolve thesugar, then add chopped raisins. Cover with cloth and set aside to cool.sugar, then add chopped raisins. Cover with cloth and set aside to cool.sugar, then add chopped raisins. Cover with cloth and set aside to cool.sugar, then add chopped raisins. Cover with cloth and set aside to cool.When at room temperature, add acid blend, yeast nutrient and pectic enzyme.When at room temperature, add acid blend, yeast nutrient and pectic enzyme.When at room temperature, add acid blend, yeast nutrient and pectic enzyme.When at room temperature, add acid blend, yeast nutrient and pectic enzyme.Stir to dissolve these ingredients and set aside, recovered, for 12 hours.Stir to dissolve these ingredients and set aside, recovered, for 12 hours.Stir to dissolve these ingredients and set aside, recovered, for 12 hours.Stir to dissolve these ingredients and set aside, recovered, for 12 hours.Add activated yeast and recover. Stir daily for 7 days. Strain off andAdd activated yeast and recover. Stir daily for 7 days. Strain off andAdd activated yeast and recover. Stir daily for 7 days. Strain off andAdd activated yeast and recover. Stir daily for 7 days. Strain off anddiscard the raisins, stir in remaining sugar until dissolved, transfer todiscard the raisins, stir in remaining sugar until dissolved, transfer todiscard the raisins, stir in remaining sugar until dissolved, transfer todiscard the raisins, stir in remaining sugar until dissolved, transfer tosecondary, top up, and fit airlock. Rack into clean secondary, top up andsecondary, top up, and fit airlock. Rack into clean secondary, top up andsecondary, top up, and fit airlock. Rack into clean secondary, top up andsecondary, top up, and fit airlock. Rack into clean secondary, top up andrefit airlock every 30 days for next 4 months. Stabilize, bottle and allowrefit airlock every 30 days for next 4 months. Stabilize, bottle and allowrefit airlock every 30 days for next 4 months. Stabilize, bottle and allowrefit airlock every 30 days for next 4 months. Stabilize, bottle and allowto age one year before drinking. This wine will keep well, getting betterto age one year before drinking. This wine will keep well, getting betterto age one year before drinking. This wine will keep well, getting betterto age one year before drinking. This wine will keep well, getting betteras it ages. [Adapted from Dorothy Alatorre's Home Wines of North America]as it ages. [Adapted from Dorothy Alatorre's Home Wines of North America]as it ages. [Adapted from Dorothy Alatorre's Home Wines of North America]as it ages. [Adapted from Dorothy Alatorre's Home Wines of North America]

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MESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREAD

3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup cornmealcornmealcornmealcornmeal3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup white flourwhite flourwhite flourwhite flour1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal2222 tsptsptsptsp baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp saltsaltsaltsalt1111 cupcupcupcup yogurtyogurtyogurtyogurt1111 eggeggeggegg3333 tbstbstbstbs honey (or mesquite syrup)honey (or mesquite syrup)honey (or mesquite syrup)honey (or mesquite syrup)3333 tbstbstbstbs oiloiloiloil

Preheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. Beategg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with thedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bake20-25 minutes.20-25 minutes.20-25 minutes.20-25 minutes.

MESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREAD

By: By: By: By: il il il il

3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup corn mealcorn mealcorn mealcorn meal3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup white flourwhite flourwhite flourwhite flour1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal2222 tsptsptsptsp baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp SaltSaltSaltSalt1111 cupcupcupcup yogurtyogurtyogurtyogurt1111 pcpcpcpc eggeggeggegg3333 tbltbltbltbl honey or mesquite syruphoney or mesquite syruphoney or mesquite syruphoney or mesquite syrup3333 tbltbltbltbl oiloiloiloil

Preheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. Beategg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with thedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8' pan and bake20-2520-2520-2520-25minutes.minutes.minutes.minutes.

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MESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREAD

3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup cornmeal3/4 cup white flour3/4 cup white flour3/4 cup white flour3/4 cup white flour1/2 cup mesquite meal1/2 cup mesquite meal1/2 cup mesquite meal1/2 cup mesquite meal2 tsp baking powder2 tsp baking powder2 tsp baking powder2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp salt1 cup yogurt1 cup yogurt1 cup yogurt1 cup yogurt1 egg1 egg1 egg1 egg3 Tbs honey (or mesquite syrup)3 Tbs honey (or mesquite syrup)3 Tbs honey (or mesquite syrup)3 Tbs honey (or mesquite syrup)3 Tbs oil3 Tbs oil3 Tbs oil3 Tbs oil

Preheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. BeatPreheat oven to 340° F. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl. Beategg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with theegg in small bowl and stir in wet ingredients. Mix wet ingredients with thedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8" pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8" pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8" pan and bakedry ingredients and stir 1 minute. Pour into greased 8x8" pan and bake20-2520-2520-2520-25minutes.minutes.minutes.minutes.I make my mesquite meal every year when the beans ripen. It is a greatI make my mesquite meal every year when the beans ripen. It is a greatI make my mesquite meal every year when the beans ripen. It is a greatI make my mesquite meal every year when the beans ripen. It is a greataddition to a lot of flours and to a lot of bread type stuffs.addition to a lot of flours and to a lot of bread type stuffs.addition to a lot of flours and to a lot of bread type stuffs.addition to a lot of flours and to a lot of bread type stuffs.

MESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREADMESQUITE CORNBREAD

3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup cornmealcornmealcornmealcornmeal3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup flourflourflourflour1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal2222 tsptsptsptsp baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 TspTspTspTsp saltsaltsaltsalt1111 cupcupcupcup buttermilk or yogurtbuttermilk or yogurtbuttermilk or yogurtbuttermilk or yogurt1111 eggeggeggegg2222 tbsptbsptbsptbsp maple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honeymaple syrup or honey3333 tbsptbsptbsptbsp oiloiloiloil

optional mix wityh dry ingredientsoptional mix wityh dry ingredientsoptional mix wityh dry ingredientsoptional mix wityh dry ingredients1111 cupcupcupcup fresh or frozen cornfresh or frozen cornfresh or frozen cornfresh or frozen corn3333 tbsptbsptbsptbsp minced onionminced onionminced onionminced onion3/43/43/43/4 cupcupcupcup grated jack cheesegrated jack cheesegrated jack cheesegrated jack cheese1111 tbsptbsptbsptbsp chipotle flakeschipotle flakeschipotle flakeschipotle flakes

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.Heat oven to 350 degrees F.Heat oven to 350 degrees F.Heat oven to 350 degrees F.Combine dry ingredients in medium-sized bowl.Combine dry ingredients in medium-sized bowl.Combine dry ingredients in medium-sized bowl.Combine dry ingredients in medium-sized bowl.Combine the wet ingredients and stir into the dry ingredients just untilCombine the wet ingredients and stir into the dry ingredients just untilCombine the wet ingredients and stir into the dry ingredients just untilCombine the wet ingredients and stir into the dry ingredients just untilcombined.combined.combined.combined.-Spread into greased 8” x 8” pan. Bake 20-25 minutes-Spread into greased 8” x 8” pan. Bake 20-25 minutes-Spread into greased 8” x 8” pan. Bake 20-25 minutes-Spread into greased 8” x 8” pan. Bake 20-25 minutes

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MESQUITE CRÊPESMESQUITE CRÊPESMESQUITE CRÊPESMESQUITE CRÊPES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

3333 eggseggseggseggs1111 tttt honeyhoneyhoneyhoney1/81/81/81/8 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt1-1/41-1/41-1/41-1/4 cccc flourflourflourflour1/41/41/41/4 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez1-3/41-3/41-3/41-3/4 cccc milkmilkmilkmilk2222 TTTT butter, meltedbutter, meltedbutter, meltedbutter, melted4444 TTTT butterbutterbutterbutter

fillingfillingfillingfilling8888 ozozozoz cream cheesecream cheesecream cheesecream cheese1111 TTTT cilantro, mincedcilantro, mincedcilantro, mincedcilantro, minced1111 TTTT parsley, mincedparsley, mincedparsley, mincedparsley, minced1111 TTTT garlic, mincedgarlic, mincedgarlic, mincedgarlic, minced

• Beat eggs until light, add honey, salt, pepper and flours• Beat eggs until light, add honey, salt, pepper and flours• Beat eggs until light, add honey, salt, pepper and flours• Beat eggs until light, add honey, salt, pepper and flours• Add milk 1/4 c at a time, blend and add melted butter• Add milk 1/4 c at a time, blend and add melted butter• Add milk 1/4 c at a time, blend and add melted butter• Add milk 1/4 c at a time, blend and add melted butter• Allow to rest for 2 hours; if need add milk to loosen batter• Allow to rest for 2 hours; if need add milk to loosen batter• Allow to rest for 2 hours; if need add milk to loosen batter• Allow to rest for 2 hours; if need add milk to loosen batter• Preheat a 10” skillet or crepe pan over medium heat• Preheat a 10” skillet or crepe pan over medium heat• Preheat a 10” skillet or crepe pan over medium heat• Preheat a 10” skillet or crepe pan over medium heat• Add 1/2 1 butter to pan and pour 1/4 c batter and tilt pan to spread• Add 1/2 1 butter to pan and pour 1/4 c batter and tilt pan to spread• Add 1/2 1 butter to pan and pour 1/4 c batter and tilt pan to spread• Add 1/2 1 butter to pan and pour 1/4 c batter and tilt pan to spreadbatterbatterbatterbatter• Cook I Or 2 minutes until bubbles form on crepc~ flip the crepe and cook• Cook I Or 2 minutes until bubbles form on crepc~ flip the crepe and cook• Cook I Or 2 minutes until bubbles form on crepc~ flip the crepe and cook• Cook I Or 2 minutes until bubbles form on crepc~ flip the crepe and cookuntil light brownuntil light brownuntil light brownuntil light brown• Stack crepes to cool.• Stack crepes to cool.• Stack crepes to cool.• Stack crepes to cool.• Soften cream cheese in microwave• Soften cream cheese in microwave• Soften cream cheese in microwave• Soften cream cheese in microwave• Add other ingredients and mix thoroughly• Add other ingredients and mix thoroughly• Add other ingredients and mix thoroughly• Add other ingredients and mix thoroughly• Spread 2 T on each crepe, roll and slice crepe crosswise, or at a bias,• Spread 2 T on each crepe, roll and slice crepe crosswise, or at a bias,• Spread 2 T on each crepe, roll and slice crepe crosswise, or at a bias,• Spread 2 T on each crepe, roll and slice crepe crosswise, or at a bias,into equal piece.into equal piece.into equal piece.into equal piece.

Yield: makes 12 crepesYield: makes 12 crepesYield: makes 12 crepesYield: makes 12 crepes

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MESQUITE DINNER ROLLSMESQUITE DINNER ROLLSMESQUITE DINNER ROLLSMESQUITE DINNER ROLLS

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

i c. warm wateri c. warm wateri c. warm wateri c. warm water2 12 12 12 1 activeactiveactiveactive dry yeastdry yeastdry yeastdry yeast2222 t.t.t.t. sugarsugarsugarsugar1111 c.c.c.c. promezpromezpromezpromez2222 t.t.t.t. saltsaltsaltsalt3-1/23-1/23-1/23-1/2 totototo 4 c. white flour4 c. white flour4 c. white flour4 c. white flour2222 c.c.c.c. whole wheat flour.whole wheat flour.whole wheat flour.whole wheat flour.2222 c.c.c.c. milkmilkmilkmilk

• Soften yeast in warm water• Soften yeast in warm water• Soften yeast in warm water• Soften yeast in warm water• Mix with sugar, salt, PROMEZ and 2 C. white flour.• Mix with sugar, salt, PROMEZ and 2 C. white flour.• Mix with sugar, salt, PROMEZ and 2 C. white flour.• Mix with sugar, salt, PROMEZ and 2 C. white flour.• Beat 2 minutes with whisk.• Beat 2 minutes with whisk.• Beat 2 minutes with whisk.• Beat 2 minutes with whisk.• Add egg and 1 C. whole wheat flour. Whisk 1 minute.• Add egg and 1 C. whole wheat flour. Whisk 1 minute.• Add egg and 1 C. whole wheat flour. Whisk 1 minute.• Add egg and 1 C. whole wheat flour. Whisk 1 minute.• Stir in rest of whole wheat flour and enough white flour to make• Stir in rest of whole wheat flour and enough white flour to make• Stir in rest of whole wheat flour and enough white flour to make• Stir in rest of whole wheat flour and enough white flour to makestiff dough.stiff dough.stiff dough.stiff dough.• Knead 8-10 minutes on floured surface.• Knead 8-10 minutes on floured surface.• Knead 8-10 minutes on floured surface.• Knead 8-10 minutes on floured surface.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes. Punch down and divide in half.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes. Punch down and divide in half.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes. Punch down and divide in half.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes. Punch down and divide in half.• Shape each half into 12 balls.• Shape each half into 12 balls.• Shape each half into 12 balls.• Shape each half into 12 balls.• Place on 2 greased baking sheets. Let rice about 30 nlinutes.• Place on 2 greased baking sheets. Let rice about 30 nlinutes.• Place on 2 greased baking sheets. Let rice about 30 nlinutes.• Place on 2 greased baking sheets. Let rice about 30 nlinutes.• Bake 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees F.• Bake 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees F.• Bake 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees F.• Bake 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees F.

Yield: 12 -14 rolls Yield: 12 -14 rolls Yield: 12 -14 rolls Yield: 12 -14 rolls

MESQUITE FLOURMESQUITE FLOURMESQUITE FLOURMESQUITE FLOUR

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Pioneers used this flour as a stretcher when 'real' flour began to run out.Pioneers used this flour as a stretcher when 'real' flour began to run out.Pioneers used this flour as a stretcher when 'real' flour began to run out.Pioneers used this flour as a stretcher when 'real' flour began to run out.For theFor theFor theFor theoriginal people, of course, it was flour.original people, of course, it was flour.original people, of course, it was flour.original people, of course, it was flour.

Use only tree-ripened beans, tan to reddish brown, (Important! GreenUse only tree-ripened beans, tan to reddish brown, (Important! GreenUse only tree-ripened beans, tan to reddish brown, (Important! GreenUse only tree-ripened beans, tan to reddish brown, (Important! GreenBeans Don't Work and always check for bugs!) Sun dry or oven dry; orBeans Don't Work and always check for bugs!) Sun dry or oven dry; orBeans Don't Work and always check for bugs!) Sun dry or oven dry; orBeans Don't Work and always check for bugs!) Sun dry or oven dry; orparch carefully. Rough-grind pieces (1-2 inches) in a muddle or on aparch carefully. Rough-grind pieces (1-2 inches) in a muddle or on aparch carefully. Rough-grind pieces (1-2 inches) in a muddle or on aparch carefully. Rough-grind pieces (1-2 inches) in a muddle or on asimilarsimilarsimilarsimilarstone surface. Mortar and pestle will do for small amounts. Regrind until astone surface. Mortar and pestle will do for small amounts. Regrind until astone surface. Mortar and pestle will do for small amounts. Regrind until astone surface. Mortar and pestle will do for small amounts. Regrind until aroughroughroughroughbut uniform meal is produced. Sun dry or oven dry againbut uniform meal is produced. Sun dry or oven dry againbut uniform meal is produced. Sun dry or oven dry againbut uniform meal is produced. Sun dry or oven dry again(Important Step)(Important Step)(Important Step)(Important Step)Fine -grind to produce a flour roughly the consistency of cornmeal. Do notFine -grind to produce a flour roughly the consistency of cornmeal. Do notFine -grind to produce a flour roughly the consistency of cornmeal. Do notFine -grind to produce a flour roughly the consistency of cornmeal. Do notsift.sift.sift.sift.Use as a substitute for flour or half and half in any recipe.Use as a substitute for flour or half and half in any recipe.Use as a substitute for flour or half and half in any recipe.Use as a substitute for flour or half and half in any recipe.Useful in flour tortillas, biscuits, bread, or mush.Useful in flour tortillas, biscuits, bread, or mush.Useful in flour tortillas, biscuits, bread, or mush.Useful in flour tortillas, biscuits, bread, or mush.

One may shape into small cakes and sun bake or oven bake, using only waterOne may shape into small cakes and sun bake or oven bake, using only waterOne may shape into small cakes and sun bake or oven bake, using only waterOne may shape into small cakes and sun bake or oven bake, using only water(or milk if available) and a little oil or fat.(or milk if available) and a little oil or fat.(or milk if available) and a little oil or fat.(or milk if available) and a little oil or fat.

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MESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLAS

1-1/21-1/21-1/21-1/2 cupcupcupcup white flourwhite flourwhite flourwhite flour1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flour3333 tbstbstbstbs oiloiloiloil1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp saltsaltsaltsalt1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup warm waterwarm waterwarm waterwarm water

Mix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenwater, making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20water, making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20water, making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20water, making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20minutes. Divide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in aminutes. Divide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in aminutes. Divide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in aminutes. Divide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in adry skillet at medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes),dry skillet at medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes),dry skillet at medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes),dry skillet at medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes),turn and cook the other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cookedturn and cook the other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cookedturn and cook the other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cookedturn and cook the other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cookedtortillas at a later time you can store them in a plastic bag.tortillas at a later time you can store them in a plastic bag.tortillas at a later time you can store them in a plastic bag.tortillas at a later time you can store them in a plastic bag.

MESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLAS

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1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flour1 1/21 1/21 1/21 1/2 cupcupcupcup white flourwhite flourwhite flourwhite flour3333 tbltbltbltbl oiloiloiloil1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp SaltSaltSaltSalt1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup water; warmwater; warmwater; warmwater; warm

Mix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenMix together dry ingredients. Use a wooden spoon to stir in oil, thenwater,water,water,water,making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20 minutes.making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20 minutes.making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20 minutes.making a ball. Knead for 2 minutes, then cover and let sit 20 minutes.Divide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in a dryDivide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in a dryDivide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in a dryDivide into 12 balls, then flatten into 1/8' disks and cook in a dryskilletskilletskilletskilletat medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes), turn and cookat medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes), turn and cookat medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes), turn and cookat medium temperature. When slightly brown (appx. 2 minutes), turn and cookthe other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cooked tortillas at a laterthe other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cooked tortillas at a laterthe other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cooked tortillas at a laterthe other side 1 minute. If you plan to use the cooked tortillas at a latertime you can store them in a plastic bag.time you can store them in a plastic bag.time you can store them in a plastic bag.time you can store them in a plastic bag.

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MESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLASMESQUITE FLOUR TORTILLAS

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1-1/21-1/21-1/21-1/2 c.c.c.c. tmbleached flourtmbleached flourtmbleached flourtmbleached flour112112112112 c.c.c.c. promezpromezpromezpromez3333 t.t.t.t. canola oilcanola oilcanola oilcanola oil1/21/21/21/2 t.t.t.t. saltsaltsaltsalt1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. warm waterwarm waterwarm waterwarm water

• Mix together flour, meal and salt.• Mix together flour, meal and salt.• Mix together flour, meal and salt.• Mix together flour, meal and salt.• Drizzle on oil and stir with fork.• Drizzle on oil and stir with fork.• Drizzle on oil and stir with fork.• Drizzle on oil and stir with fork.• Stir in warm water and make into a ball.• Stir in warm water and make into a ball.• Stir in warm water and make into a ball.• Stir in warm water and make into a ball.• Knead 2 minutes on floured board -• Knead 2 minutes on floured board -• Knead 2 minutes on floured board -• Knead 2 minutes on floured board -• Cover and let rest 20 minutes.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes.• Cover and let rest 20 minutes.• Divide into 12 balls. Roll each into 1/8' thick circle.• Divide into 12 balls. Roll each into 1/8' thick circle.• Divide into 12 balls. Roll each into 1/8' thick circle.• Divide into 12 balls. Roll each into 1/8' thick circle.• Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.• Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.• Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.• Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.• When slightly browned on one side (1 minute). flip to cook 10-15• When slightly browned on one side (1 minute). flip to cook 10-15• When slightly browned on one side (1 minute). flip to cook 10-15• When slightly browned on one side (1 minute). flip to cook 10-15seconds more.seconds more.seconds more.seconds more.• Stack in plastic bag immediately and allow to steam.• Stack in plastic bag immediately and allow to steam.• Stack in plastic bag immediately and allow to steam.• Stack in plastic bag immediately and allow to steam.• Store at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage keep in• Store at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage keep in• Store at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage keep in• Store at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage keep inrefrigerator.refrigerator.refrigerator.refrigerator.

Yield: 8-10 tortillas Yield: 8-10 tortillas Yield: 8-10 tortillas Yield: 8-10 tortillas

MESQUITE GRANOLAMESQUITE GRANOLAMESQUITE GRANOLAMESQUITE GRANOLA

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

3333 c.c.c.c. rolled oats 1 c. promezrolled oats 1 c. promezrolled oats 1 c. promezrolled oats 1 c. promez1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. sesame seeds 1/3 c. oilsesame seeds 1/3 c. oilsesame seeds 1/3 c. oilsesame seeds 1/3 c. oil1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. each almonds. 2/3 c. honeyeach almonds. 2/3 c. honeyeach almonds. 2/3 c. honeyeach almonds. 2/3 c. honey

dr roasted peanuts, 2/3 c peanut bu; tterdr roasted peanuts, 2/3 c peanut bu; tterdr roasted peanuts, 2/3 c peanut bu; tterdr roasted peanuts, 2/3 c peanut bu; tter

Note: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raising, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raising, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raising, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raising, dates maybe added. Add raisinsbe added. Add raisinsbe added. Add raisinsbe added. Add raisinsor dates after removing from oven.or dates after removing from oven.or dates after removing from oven.or dates after removing from oven.Stir together oats, almonds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds in large panStir together oats, almonds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds in large panStir together oats, almonds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds in large panStir together oats, almonds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds in large panand toast lightly.and toast lightly.and toast lightly.and toast lightly.Bring oil, honey and peanut butter to a boil in a saucepan; combine theBring oil, honey and peanut butter to a boil in a saucepan; combine theBring oil, honey and peanut butter to a boil in a saucepan; combine theBring oil, honey and peanut butter to a boil in a saucepan; combine thesauce with oat mixture, add dry roasted peanuts, coconut, andsauce with oat mixture, add dry roasted peanuts, coconut, andsauce with oat mixture, add dry roasted peanuts, coconut, andsauce with oat mixture, add dry roasted peanuts, coconut, andPROM EZ.PROM EZ.PROM EZ.PROM EZ.

Yield: 18 bars Yield: 18 bars Yield: 18 bars Yield: 18 bars

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MESQUITE INFORMATIONMESQUITE INFORMATIONMESQUITE INFORMATIONMESQUITE INFORMATION

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Q. How do you use Mesquite Meal?Q. How do you use Mesquite Meal?Q. How do you use Mesquite Meal?Q. How do you use Mesquite Meal?

A. Add it to stir-fry’s, soups, just about anything. Use it as a flourA. Add it to stir-fry’s, soups, just about anything. Use it as a flourA. Add it to stir-fry’s, soups, just about anything. Use it as a flourA. Add it to stir-fry’s, soups, just about anything. Use it as a floursubstitute, as a condiment the versatility is truly limitless. Usingsubstitute, as a condiment the versatility is truly limitless. Usingsubstitute, as a condiment the versatility is truly limitless. Usingsubstitute, as a condiment the versatility is truly limitless. UsingMesquite with other foods helps to lower the glycemic load of high carbMesquite with other foods helps to lower the glycemic load of high carbMesquite with other foods helps to lower the glycemic load of high carbMesquite with other foods helps to lower the glycemic load of high carbfoods. What this means to you is that you don’t get hungry so fast, itfoods. What this means to you is that you don’t get hungry so fast, itfoods. What this means to you is that you don’t get hungry so fast, itfoods. What this means to you is that you don’t get hungry so fast, itreduces the amount of sugar that is stored as fat, prevents blood sugarreduces the amount of sugar that is stored as fat, prevents blood sugarreduces the amount of sugar that is stored as fat, prevents blood sugarreduces the amount of sugar that is stored as fat, prevents blood sugarspikes, and it helps to liven up recipes that might need a little pizzazz.spikes, and it helps to liven up recipes that might need a little pizzazz.spikes, and it helps to liven up recipes that might need a little pizzazz.spikes, and it helps to liven up recipes that might need a little pizzazz.Use it on fish, meat, and poultry to add dietary fiber and great taste toUse it on fish, meat, and poultry to add dietary fiber and great taste toUse it on fish, meat, and poultry to add dietary fiber and great taste toUse it on fish, meat, and poultry to add dietary fiber and great taste toyour meals.your meals.your meals.your meals.

Q. Why is low Carb important?Q. Why is low Carb important?Q. Why is low Carb important?Q. Why is low Carb important?

A. Truly, low carb is sort of a misunderstanding. What we really know todayA. Truly, low carb is sort of a misunderstanding. What we really know todayA. Truly, low carb is sort of a misunderstanding. What we really know todayA. Truly, low carb is sort of a misunderstanding. What we really know todayis that there are “good” carbs and “bad” carbs. Limiting carbs that areis that there are “good” carbs and “bad” carbs. Limiting carbs that areis that there are “good” carbs and “bad” carbs. Limiting carbs that areis that there are “good” carbs and “bad” carbs. Limiting carbs that arehigh glycemic is really what’s important. In the late 1960’s Americahigh glycemic is really what’s important. In the late 1960’s Americahigh glycemic is really what’s important. In the late 1960’s Americahigh glycemic is really what’s important. In the late 1960’s Americalearned that fat in our diets was directly related to heart disease.learned that fat in our diets was directly related to heart disease.learned that fat in our diets was directly related to heart disease.learned that fat in our diets was directly related to heart disease.Without understanding that only certain fats needed to be avoided we cutWithout understanding that only certain fats needed to be avoided we cutWithout understanding that only certain fats needed to be avoided we cutWithout understanding that only certain fats needed to be avoided we cutall fats to a minimum. The food industry replaced the fats with sugars inall fats to a minimum. The food industry replaced the fats with sugars inall fats to a minimum. The food industry replaced the fats with sugars inall fats to a minimum. The food industry replaced the fats with sugars inorder to keep foods tasting good and it worked. Unfortunately, we did notorder to keep foods tasting good and it worked. Unfortunately, we did notorder to keep foods tasting good and it worked. Unfortunately, we did notorder to keep foods tasting good and it worked. Unfortunately, we did notknow that the high carbohydrate diet the American Heart Association andknow that the high carbohydrate diet the American Heart Association andknow that the high carbohydrate diet the American Heart Association andknow that the high carbohydrate diet the American Heart Association andothers had recommended would cause the obesity problems of today.others had recommended would cause the obesity problems of today.others had recommended would cause the obesity problems of today.others had recommended would cause the obesity problems of today.

Q. Why is low fat important?Q. Why is low fat important?Q. Why is low fat important?Q. Why is low fat important?

A. Here too we find that low fat really means limited saturated fats andA. Here too we find that low fat really means limited saturated fats andA. Here too we find that low fat really means limited saturated fats andA. Here too we find that low fat really means limited saturated fats andavoidance of partially hydrogenated fats. Mono and poly unsaturated fatsavoidance of partially hydrogenated fats. Mono and poly unsaturated fatsavoidance of partially hydrogenated fats. Mono and poly unsaturated fatsavoidance of partially hydrogenated fats. Mono and poly unsaturated fatsare healthy and we need them.are healthy and we need them.are healthy and we need them.are healthy and we need them.

Q. What do you mean by “Low Glycemic?”Q. What do you mean by “Low Glycemic?”Q. What do you mean by “Low Glycemic?”Q. What do you mean by “Low Glycemic?”

A. Low glycemic means that the carbohydrates you eat will not significantlyA. Low glycemic means that the carbohydrates you eat will not significantlyA. Low glycemic means that the carbohydrates you eat will not significantlyA. Low glycemic means that the carbohydrates you eat will not significantlyraise your blood sugar. If you eat, lets say, potatoes then you willraise your blood sugar. If you eat, lets say, potatoes then you willraise your blood sugar. If you eat, lets say, potatoes then you willraise your blood sugar. If you eat, lets say, potatoes then you willincrease your blood sugar to a level that calls for an insulin responseincrease your blood sugar to a level that calls for an insulin responseincrease your blood sugar to a level that calls for an insulin responseincrease your blood sugar to a level that calls for an insulin responsefrom your body. Insulin enters your blood and stores the carbohydrates infrom your body. Insulin enters your blood and stores the carbohydrates infrom your body. Insulin enters your blood and stores the carbohydrates infrom your body. Insulin enters your blood and stores the carbohydrates inthe muscle and liver but just a little may be stored there so the rest isthe muscle and liver but just a little may be stored there so the rest isthe muscle and liver but just a little may be stored there so the rest isthe muscle and liver but just a little may be stored there so the rest isstored as fat. Low glycemic foods will not call for an insulin response andstored as fat. Low glycemic foods will not call for an insulin response andstored as fat. Low glycemic foods will not call for an insulin response andstored as fat. Low glycemic foods will not call for an insulin response andthere fore no carbs will be stored as fat.there fore no carbs will be stored as fat.there fore no carbs will be stored as fat.there fore no carbs will be stored as fat.

Q. Why is Dietary Fiber important?Q. Why is Dietary Fiber important?Q. Why is Dietary Fiber important?Q. Why is Dietary Fiber important?

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A. Dietary fiber has been show to slow down digestion allowing carbs to beA. Dietary fiber has been show to slow down digestion allowing carbs to beA. Dietary fiber has been show to slow down digestion allowing carbs to beA. Dietary fiber has been show to slow down digestion allowing carbs to beabsorbed into the blood stream slowly. This too prevents a call for anabsorbed into the blood stream slowly. This too prevents a call for anabsorbed into the blood stream slowly. This too prevents a call for anabsorbed into the blood stream slowly. This too prevents a call for aninsulin response allowing your body to utilize these “sugars” as theyinsulin response allowing your body to utilize these “sugars” as theyinsulin response allowing your body to utilize these “sugars” as theyinsulin response allowing your body to utilize these “sugars” as theybecome available essentially burning them as needed. Dietary fiber alsobecome available essentially burning them as needed. Dietary fiber alsobecome available essentially burning them as needed. Dietary fiber alsobecome available essentially burning them as needed. Dietary fiber alsohelps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. In short, it’shelps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. In short, it’shelps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. In short, it’shelps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol. In short, it’svery healthy for one to increase their intake of dietary fiber.very healthy for one to increase their intake of dietary fiber.very healthy for one to increase their intake of dietary fiber.very healthy for one to increase their intake of dietary fiber.

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Today we are very aware of our need to be careful of the foods we eat. WeToday we are very aware of our need to be careful of the foods we eat. WeToday we are very aware of our need to be careful of the foods we eat. WeToday we are very aware of our need to be careful of the foods we eat. Welook to labels for information on the amount and type of fats, the amountlook to labels for information on the amount and type of fats, the amountlook to labels for information on the amount and type of fats, the amountlook to labels for information on the amount and type of fats, the amountand type of carbohydrates, and total calories per serving. Selecting highand type of carbohydrates, and total calories per serving. Selecting highand type of carbohydrates, and total calories per serving. Selecting highand type of carbohydrates, and total calories per serving. Selecting highquality, low carbohydrate, low fat, low glycemic, high dietary fiber foodquality, low carbohydrate, low fat, low glycemic, high dietary fiber foodquality, low carbohydrate, low fat, low glycemic, high dietary fiber foodquality, low carbohydrate, low fat, low glycemic, high dietary fiber foodis difficult, but now there is help.is difficult, but now there is help.is difficult, but now there is help.is difficult, but now there is help.

Mesquite meal is 100% natural, low in carbohydrates and fat, low glycemic,Mesquite meal is 100% natural, low in carbohydrates and fat, low glycemic,Mesquite meal is 100% natural, low in carbohydrates and fat, low glycemic,Mesquite meal is 100% natural, low in carbohydrates and fat, low glycemic,high in dietary fiber, and naturally sweet. You can sprinkle, shake, or mixhigh in dietary fiber, and naturally sweet. You can sprinkle, shake, or mixhigh in dietary fiber, and naturally sweet. You can sprinkle, shake, or mixhigh in dietary fiber, and naturally sweet. You can sprinkle, shake, or mixmesquite meal into all of your everyday foods to create healthier andmesquite meal into all of your everyday foods to create healthier andmesquite meal into all of your everyday foods to create healthier andmesquite meal into all of your everyday foods to create healthier andtastier dishes with very little effort.tastier dishes with very little effort.tastier dishes with very little effort.tastier dishes with very little effort.

This traditional Native American food is produced by gathering ripened seedThis traditional Native American food is produced by gathering ripened seedThis traditional Native American food is produced by gathering ripened seedThis traditional Native American food is produced by gathering ripened seedpods from the mesquite tree and grinding them into a high protein flour.pods from the mesquite tree and grinding them into a high protein flour.pods from the mesquite tree and grinding them into a high protein flour.pods from the mesquite tree and grinding them into a high protein flour.Desert dwellers have used mesquite pods as a staple food for centuries andDesert dwellers have used mesquite pods as a staple food for centuries andDesert dwellers have used mesquite pods as a staple food for centuries andDesert dwellers have used mesquite pods as a staple food for centuries andbartered with them to neighboring tribes. Mesquite meal is great forbartered with them to neighboring tribes. Mesquite meal is great forbartered with them to neighboring tribes. Mesquite meal is great forbartered with them to neighboring tribes. Mesquite meal is great forflavoring steaks, chicken, pork and fish. It can be added to vegetableflavoring steaks, chicken, pork and fish. It can be added to vegetableflavoring steaks, chicken, pork and fish. It can be added to vegetableflavoring steaks, chicken, pork and fish. It can be added to vegetablestir-fries, scrambled eggs, biscuits, breads, soups, even ice cream. Thestir-fries, scrambled eggs, biscuits, breads, soups, even ice cream. Thestir-fries, scrambled eggs, biscuits, breads, soups, even ice cream. Thestir-fries, scrambled eggs, biscuits, breads, soups, even ice cream. Thelist is endless.list is endless.list is endless.list is endless.

Mesquite meal can be used as either flour or a spice. As flour, it isMesquite meal can be used as either flour or a spice. As flour, it isMesquite meal can be used as either flour or a spice. As flour, it isMesquite meal can be used as either flour or a spice. As flour, it isgenerally used in combination with other flours using about 30% mesquite.generally used in combination with other flours using about 30% mesquite.generally used in combination with other flours using about 30% mesquite.generally used in combination with other flours using about 30% mesquite.As a spice, sprinkle generously then grill, fry, broil or add it to almostAs a spice, sprinkle generously then grill, fry, broil or add it to almostAs a spice, sprinkle generously then grill, fry, broil or add it to almostAs a spice, sprinkle generously then grill, fry, broil or add it to almostanything for a great mesquite flavor. It won't take long to adjust theanything for a great mesquite flavor. It won't take long to adjust theanything for a great mesquite flavor. It won't take long to adjust theanything for a great mesquite flavor. It won't take long to adjust theamount to use for your personal taste.amount to use for your personal taste.amount to use for your personal taste.amount to use for your personal taste.

In addition to its great taste, the major benefits of mesquite meal includeIn addition to its great taste, the major benefits of mesquite meal includeIn addition to its great taste, the major benefits of mesquite meal includeIn addition to its great taste, the major benefits of mesquite meal includehigh dietary fiber content, high protein and a high lysine content. It'shigh dietary fiber content, high protein and a high lysine content. It'shigh dietary fiber content, high protein and a high lysine content. It'shigh dietary fiber content, high protein and a high lysine content. It'salso a good source of manganese, potassium and zinc. The result is a foodalso a good source of manganese, potassium and zinc. The result is a foodalso a good source of manganese, potassium and zinc. The result is a foodalso a good source of manganese, potassium and zinc. The result is a foodwith the ability to stabilize your blood sugar level. This is very goodwith the ability to stabilize your blood sugar level. This is very goodwith the ability to stabilize your blood sugar level. This is very goodwith the ability to stabilize your blood sugar level. This is very goodnews for diabetics, weight watchers and for those who want to eatnews for diabetics, weight watchers and for those who want to eatnews for diabetics, weight watchers and for those who want to eatnews for diabetics, weight watchers and for those who want to eathealthier. For anyone who uses a meal replacement drink and finds they arehealthier. For anyone who uses a meal replacement drink and finds they arehealthier. For anyone who uses a meal replacement drink and finds they arehealthier. For anyone who uses a meal replacement drink and finds they arehungry long before lunch time will love mesquite meal. Just add ahungry long before lunch time will love mesquite meal. Just add ahungry long before lunch time will love mesquite meal. Just add ahungry long before lunch time will love mesquite meal. Just add atablespoon of mesquite meal to your drink. It will help you stave offtablespoon of mesquite meal to your drink. It will help you stave offtablespoon of mesquite meal to your drink. It will help you stave offtablespoon of mesquite meal to your drink. It will help you stave offhunger for about 4 to 6hunger for about 4 to 6hunger for about 4 to 6hunger for about 4 to 6

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MESQUITE MEALMESQUITE MEALMESQUITE MEALMESQUITE MEAL

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USING MESQUITE MEAL Generally, mesquite meal may substitute up to 1/3 flourUSING MESQUITE MEAL Generally, mesquite meal may substitute up to 1/3 flourUSING MESQUITE MEAL Generally, mesquite meal may substitute up to 1/3 flourUSING MESQUITE MEAL Generally, mesquite meal may substitute up to 1/3 flourcontent in breads. The advantages to mesquite meal are high soluble fibercontent in breads. The advantages to mesquite meal are high soluble fibercontent in breads. The advantages to mesquite meal are high soluble fibercontent in breads. The advantages to mesquite meal are high soluble fibercontent, protein and fructose sugar. The result is a food which tends tocontent, protein and fructose sugar. The result is a food which tends tocontent, protein and fructose sugar. The result is a food which tends tocontent, protein and fructose sugar. The result is a food which tends tostabilize the blood sugar Level. level.stabilize the blood sugar Level. level.stabilize the blood sugar Level. level.stabilize the blood sugar Level. level.

MESQUITE MEAL TORTILLASMESQUITE MEAL TORTILLASMESQUITE MEAL TORTILLASMESQUITE MEAL TORTILLAS

1 1/21 1/21 1/21 1/2 cupcupcupcup unbleached flourunbleached flourunbleached flourunbleached flour1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal3333 tbsptbsptbsptbsp canola or olive oilcanola or olive oilcanola or olive oilcanola or olive oil1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp saltsaltsaltsalt1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup warmm waterwarmm waterwarmm waterwarmm water

-Mix together unbleached flour, mesquite meal and salt.-Mix together unbleached flour, mesquite meal and salt.-Mix together unbleached flour, mesquite meal and salt.-Mix together unbleached flour, mesquite meal and salt.-Drizzle on oil and stir with fork. Stir in warm water and make into a-Drizzle on oil and stir with fork. Stir in warm water and make into a-Drizzle on oil and stir with fork. Stir in warm water and make into a-Drizzle on oil and stir with fork. Stir in warm water and make into aball.?ball.?ball.?ball.?-Knead two minutes on floured board.-Knead two minutes on floured board.-Knead two minutes on floured board.-Knead two minutes on floured board.-Cover and let rest 20 minutes.-Cover and let rest 20 minutes.-Cover and let rest 20 minutes.-Cover and let rest 20 minutes.-Divide into 12 balls. Flatten into 1/8” thick disks.-Divide into 12 balls. Flatten into 1/8” thick disks.-Divide into 12 balls. Flatten into 1/8” thick disks.-Divide into 12 balls. Flatten into 1/8” thick disks.-Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.-Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.-Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.-Cook in dry skillet over medium heat.-When slightly browned on one side (1 minute), flip to cook 10-15 seconds-When slightly browned on one side (1 minute), flip to cook 10-15 seconds-When slightly browned on one side (1 minute), flip to cook 10-15 seconds-When slightly browned on one side (1 minute), flip to cook 10-15 secondsmore.more.more.more.-Stack in plastic bag and allow to steam.-Stack in plastic bag and allow to steam.-Stack in plastic bag and allow to steam.-Stack in plastic bag and allow to steam.

Store at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, keep inStore at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, keep inStore at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, keep inStore at room temperature 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, keep inrefigerator.refigerator.refigerator.refigerator.

MESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSES

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Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.

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MESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSES

4444 qrtsqrtsqrtsqrts waterwaterwaterwater1111 lblblblb mesquite pods; washedmesquite pods; washedmesquite pods; washedmesquite pods; washed

Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.CoolCoolCoolCooland serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast

MESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSES

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Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat forPlace water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin12 hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thinsyrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on pancakes or Texas Toast.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on pancakes or Texas Toast.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on pancakes or Texas Toast.syrup. Cool and serve the thick, bold syrup on pancakes or Texas Toast.

MESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSESMESQUITE MOLASSES

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4 quarts water>4 quarts water>4 quarts water>4 quarts water>1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)

Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12Place water and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.CoolCoolCoolCooland serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.and serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast.

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MESQUITE MOUSSEMESQUITE MOUSSEMESQUITE MOUSSEMESQUITE MOUSSE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2222 cccc mesquite brothmesquite brothmesquite brothmesquite broth(see recipe on next page)(see recipe on next page)(see recipe on next page)(see recipe on next page)

12121212 ozozozoz evaporated milkevaporated milkevaporated milkevaporated milk1/21/21/21/2 cccc waterwaterwaterwater6666 TTTT cornstarchcornstarchcornstarchcornstarch2222 eggseggseggseggs1/41/41/41/4 cccc hazelnut liqueurhazelnut liqueurhazelnut liqueurhazelnut liqueur

• Combine mesquite broth and milk in double boiler• Combine mesquite broth and milk in double boiler• Combine mesquite broth and milk in double boiler• Combine mesquite broth and milk in double boiler• In small bowl or cup combine and stir cornstarch and water• In small bowl or cup combine and stir cornstarch and water• In small bowl or cup combine and stir cornstarch and water• In small bowl or cup combine and stir cornstarch and water• Add to broth and milk mixture• Add to broth and milk mixture• Add to broth and milk mixture• Add to broth and milk mixture• Cook over boiling water for four minutes• Cook over boiling water for four minutes• Cook over boiling water for four minutes• Cook over boiling water for four minutes• Cover and allow to sit for ten minutes• Cover and allow to sit for ten minutes• Cover and allow to sit for ten minutes• Cover and allow to sit for ten minutes• Beat eggs in a bowl, add one cup of PROMEZ mixture to eggs, stirring• Beat eggs in a bowl, add one cup of PROMEZ mixture to eggs, stirring• Beat eggs in a bowl, add one cup of PROMEZ mixture to eggs, stirring• Beat eggs in a bowl, add one cup of PROMEZ mixture to eggs, stirringconstantlyconstantlyconstantlyconstantly• Add this mixture to the rest of the mixture• Add this mixture to the rest of the mixture• Add this mixture to the rest of the mixture• Add this mixture to the rest of the mixture• Cook and stir for four minutes over boiling water• Cook and stir for four minutes over boiling water• Cook and stir for four minutes over boiling water• Cook and stir for four minutes over boiling water• Slowly stir in liqueur• Slowly stir in liqueur• Slowly stir in liqueur• Slowly stir in liqueur• Pour into rinsed 1 qt (or individual) mold(s)• Pour into rinsed 1 qt (or individual) mold(s)• Pour into rinsed 1 qt (or individual) mold(s)• Pour into rinsed 1 qt (or individual) mold(s)• Chill until set - about four hours• Chill until set - about four hours• Chill until set - about four hours• Chill until set - about four hours

Yield: 6 servings Yield: 6 servings Yield: 6 servings Yield: 6 servings

MESQUITE PINOLEMESQUITE PINOLEMESQUITE PINOLEMESQUITE PINOLE

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Usuallythe beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, then byUsuallythe beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, then byUsuallythe beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, then byUsuallythe beans (pods and seeds) were ground into a coarse meal, then byadding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without cooking. Someadding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without cooking. Someadding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without cooking. Someadding water, were transformed into a gruel or a cake without cooking. Somecultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods and ground themcultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods and ground themcultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods and ground themcultures are said to have taken the seeds from the pods and ground themintointointointoa flour called pinole, from which a bread was actually baked.a flour called pinole, from which a bread was actually baked.a flour called pinole, from which a bread was actually baked.a flour called pinole, from which a bread was actually baked.

The pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite (ProsopisThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite (ProsopisThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite (ProsopisThe pods of all 3 common species of mesquite -- Honey Mesquite (Prosopisglandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and Velvet Mesquiteglandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and Velvet Mesquiteglandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and Velvet Mesquiteglandulosa), Screwbean Mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) and Velvet Mesquite(Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Screwbean is less flavorful(Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Screwbean is less flavorful(Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Screwbean is less flavorful(Prosopis velutina) -- are edible, although the Screwbean is less flavorfulthan the more widespread Honey Mesquite.than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.than the more widespread Honey Mesquite.

Add the authentic Southwest taste of mesquite to your meals by trying theAdd the authentic Southwest taste of mesquite to your meals by trying theAdd the authentic Southwest taste of mesquite to your meals by trying theAdd the authentic Southwest taste of mesquite to your meals by trying thefollowing recipes, (I posted the recipes seperately) or simply sprinklefollowing recipes, (I posted the recipes seperately) or simply sprinklefollowing recipes, (I posted the recipes seperately) or simply sprinklefollowing recipes, (I posted the recipes seperately) or simply sprinklemesquite meal on meats and vegetables before grilling.mesquite meal on meats and vegetables before grilling.mesquite meal on meats and vegetables before grilling.mesquite meal on meats and vegetables before grilling.

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MESQUITE TEAMESQUITE TEAMESQUITE TEAMESQUITE TEA

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

8888 mesquitemesquitemesquitemesquite podspodspodspods1111 quartquartquartquart of waterof waterof waterof water

MOLASSESMOLASSESMOLASSESMOLASSES

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waterwaterwaterwater1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)1 lb Mesquite pods (washed)PlacePlacePlacePlace

ter and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12ter and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12ter and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12ter and pods in a covered crock pot and cook at low heat for 12hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.hours. Strain, then reduce by boiling to the consistency of thin syrup.CoolCoolCoolCooland serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toastand serve the thick, bold syrup on hotcakes or Texas Toast

MesqMesqMesqMesq

OIL FREE POT PIE CRUSTOIL FREE POT PIE CRUSTOIL FREE POT PIE CRUSTOIL FREE POT PIE CRUST

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1111 c.c.c.c. warm water. 1/4 c. promezwarm water. 1/4 c. promezwarm water. 1/4 c. promezwarm water. 1/4 c. promez1111 pkg.pkg.pkg.pkg. active dry yeast 1/2 t. saltactive dry yeast 1/2 t. saltactive dry yeast 1/2 t. saltactive dry yeast 1/2 t. salt2222 t.t.t.t. honeyhoneyhoneyhoney2/32/32/32/3 c.c.c.c. cornmeal unbleached whole wheat flo; ur , white flourcornmeal unbleached whole wheat flo; ur , white flourcornmeal unbleached whole wheat flo; ur , white flourcornmeal unbleached whole wheat flo; ur , white flour

• Soften yeast in warm water, stir in honey.• Soften yeast in warm water, stir in honey.• Soften yeast in warm water, stir in honey.• Soften yeast in warm water, stir in honey.• Mix cornmeal, flours. PROMEZ and salt together.• Mix cornmeal, flours. PROMEZ and salt together.• Mix cornmeal, flours. PROMEZ and salt together.• Mix cornmeal, flours. PROMEZ and salt together.• Gradually stir into yeast mixture.• Gradually stir into yeast mixture.• Gradually stir into yeast mixture.• Gradually stir into yeast mixture.• Place dough on floured board and knead lightly 1-2 minutes.• Place dough on floured board and knead lightly 1-2 minutes.• Place dough on floured board and knead lightly 1-2 minutes.• Place dough on floured board and knead lightly 1-2 minutes.• Roll out to 9xl 3 and place on pot pie filling.• Roll out to 9xl 3 and place on pot pie filling.• Roll out to 9xl 3 and place on pot pie filling.• Roll out to 9xl 3 and place on pot pie filling.• Cut vent holes in. crust.• Cut vent holes in. crust.• Cut vent holes in. crust.• Cut vent holes in. crust.• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crustgoldengoldengoldengolden

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PASTEL DE CHOCLO (CORN PIE)PASTEL DE CHOCLO (CORN PIE)PASTEL DE CHOCLO (CORN PIE)PASTEL DE CHOCLO (CORN PIE)

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1111 l5ozl5ozl5ozl5oz can each creamcan each creamcan each creamcan each creamand whole kernel cornand whole kernel cornand whole kernel cornand whole kernel corn

4444 eggseggseggseggs1/21/21/21/2 cccc milkmilkmilkmilk3/43/43/43/4 cccc sugarsugarsugarsugar2 1/22 1/22 1/22 1/2 cccc soft bread crumbssoft bread crumbssoft bread crumbssoft bread crumbs1111 TTTT promez mealpromez mealpromez mealpromez meal1/21/21/21/2 tttt vanilla extractvanilla extractvanilla extractvanilla extract1111 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt

• Preheat oven to 3750 F• Preheat oven to 3750 F• Preheat oven to 3750 F• Preheat oven to 3750 F• Lightly beat eggs and blend all ingredients• Lightly beat eggs and blend all ingredients• Lightly beat eggs and blend all ingredients• Lightly beat eggs and blend all ingredients• Spoon into well greased 9” x 11” pan• Spoon into well greased 9” x 11” pan• Spoon into well greased 9” x 11” pan• Spoon into well greased 9” x 11” pan• Bake for 50 minutes or until browned on top• Bake for 50 minutes or until browned on top• Bake for 50 minutes or until browned on top• Bake for 50 minutes or until browned on top• Cure two hours to five days• Cure two hours to five days• Cure two hours to five days• Cure two hours to five days• Serve with whipped cream• Serve with whipped cream• Serve with whipped cream• Serve with whipped cream

Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings

PECAN PIEPECAN PIEPECAN PIEPECAN PIE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2/32/32/32/3 cccc white sugarwhite sugarwhite sugarwhite sugar2/32/32/32/3 cccc brown sugarbrown sugarbrown sugarbrown sugar2222 TTTT promez mealpromez mealpromez mealpromez meal1111 TTTT whole wheat mealwhole wheat mealwhole wheat mealwhole wheat meal4444 eggs.eggs.eggs.eggs. beatenbeatenbeatenbeaten1/81/81/81/8 cccc maple syrupmaple syrupmaple syrupmaple syrup3/43/43/43/4 cccc white karo syrupwhite karo syrupwhite karo syrupwhite karo syrup1/41/41/41/4 cccc maple syrup or maple flavormaple syrup or maple flavormaple syrup or maple flavormaple syrup or maple flavor3333 TTTT margarine, meltedmargarine, meltedmargarine, meltedmargarine, melted2222 cccc pecanspecanspecanspecans

• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Mix first three ingredients in a bowl• Mix first three ingredients in a bowl• Mix first three ingredients in a bowl• Mix first three ingredients in a bowl• Beat eggs and add to dry mixture• Beat eggs and add to dry mixture• Beat eggs and add to dry mixture• Beat eggs and add to dry mixture• Blend all ingredients reserve 1/2 cup of pecans for topping• Blend all ingredients reserve 1/2 cup of pecans for topping• Blend all ingredients reserve 1/2 cup of pecans for topping• Blend all ingredients reserve 1/2 cup of pecans for topping• Pour into pre-baked pie shell, add whole pecans to surface.• Pour into pre-baked pie shell, add whole pecans to surface.• Pour into pre-baked pie shell, add whole pecans to surface.• Pour into pre-baked pie shell, add whole pecans to surface.• Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil• Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil• Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil• Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foiland reduce heat to 35O~, bake for additional 45 minutes. Pieand reduce heat to 35O~, bake for additional 45 minutes. Pieand reduce heat to 35O~, bake for additional 45 minutes. Pieand reduce heat to 35O~, bake for additional 45 minutes. Pieshould be bubbly. Allow pie to cool in ovenshould be bubbly. Allow pie to cool in ovenshould be bubbly. Allow pie to cool in ovenshould be bubbly. Allow pie to cool in oven

Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings

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PINOLE - TRADITIONALPINOLE - TRADITIONALPINOLE - TRADITIONALPINOLE - TRADITIONAL

1111 tablespoontablespoontablespoontablespoon mesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flourmesquite flour1tablespoon saguaro seed meal1tablespoon saguaro seed meal1tablespoon saguaro seed meal1tablespoon saguaro seed meal

1111 cupcupcupcup of waterof waterof waterof water

Stir all together and drink before flour settles to the bottom. Milk can beStir all together and drink before flour settles to the bottom. Milk can beStir all together and drink before flour settles to the bottom. Milk can beStir all together and drink before flour settles to the bottom. Milk can beused instead of water.used instead of water.used instead of water.used instead of water.

Yield: serves one Yield: serves one Yield: serves one Yield: serves one

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARSPUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARSPUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARSPUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

16161616 ozozozoz pound cake mixpound cake mixpound cake mixpound cake mix4444 TTTT promez powderpromez powderpromez powderpromez powder3333 eggseggseggseggs8888 ozozozoz soft cream cheesesoft cream cheesesoft cream cheesesoft cream cheese4444 tttt pumpkin spice mixpumpkin spice mixpumpkin spice mixpumpkin spice mix8888 ozozozoz sweet condensed milksweet condensed milksweet condensed milksweet condensed milk16161616 ozozozoz pumpkin mixpumpkin mixpumpkin mixpumpkin mix2222 TTTT butter, meltedbutter, meltedbutter, meltedbutter, melted1/21/21/21/2 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt

i c chopped nutsi c chopped nutsi c chopped nutsi c chopped nuts

• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• In large bowl combine cake mix, 1 egg, butter, 2 t pumpkin spice, 2 T• In large bowl combine cake mix, 1 egg, butter, 2 t pumpkin spice, 2 T• In large bowl combine cake mix, 1 egg, butter, 2 t pumpkin spice, 2 T• In large bowl combine cake mix, 1 egg, butter, 2 t pumpkin spice, 2 TPROMEZPROMEZPROMEZPROMEZ• Mix until crumbly• Mix until crumbly• Mix until crumbly• Mix until crumbly• Press onto bottom of 15 x 10 inch jellyroll pan, set aside• Press onto bottom of 15 x 10 inch jellyroll pan, set aside• Press onto bottom of 15 x 10 inch jellyroll pan, set aside• Press onto bottom of 15 x 10 inch jellyroll pan, set aside• In large bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy• In large bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy• In large bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy• In large bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy• Gradually beat in milk, eggs, pumpkin, rest of mesquite powder and spice• Gradually beat in milk, eggs, pumpkin, rest of mesquite powder and spice• Gradually beat in milk, eggs, pumpkin, rest of mesquite powder and spice• Gradually beat in milk, eggs, pumpkin, rest of mesquite powder and spicemix, salt- mixmix, salt- mixmix, salt- mixmix, salt- mix• Pour over crust, sprinkle nuts on top• Pour over crust, sprinkle nuts on top• Pour over crust, sprinkle nuts on top• Pour over crust, sprinkle nuts on top• Bake 30 35 minutes until set• Bake 30 35 minutes until set• Bake 30 35 minutes until set• Bake 30 35 minutes until set• Cool, cut into bars - Refrigerate• Cool, cut into bars - Refrigerate• Cool, cut into bars - Refrigerate• Cool, cut into bars - Refrigerate

Yield: 24 3” bars Yield: 24 3” bars Yield: 24 3” bars Yield: 24 3” bars

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RANCH GRANOLARANCH GRANOLARANCH GRANOLARANCH GRANOLA

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1/41/41/41/4 cccc promez mealpromez mealpromez mealpromez meal2222 cccc oatsoatsoatsoats1/41/41/41/4 cccc branbranbranbran1/41/41/41/4 cccc wheat germwheat germwheat germwheat germ1/31/31/31/3 cccc chopped almondschopped almondschopped almondschopped almonds1/21/21/21/2 TTTT cinnamoncinnamoncinnamoncinnamon1/31/31/31/3 tttt cardamomcardamomcardamomcardamom1/31/31/31/3 tttt gingergingergingerginger1111 tcanolatcanolatcanolatcanola oiloiloiloil1 11 11 11 1 honeyhoneyhoneyhoney1/31/31/31/3 cccc apple juiceapple juiceapple juiceapple juice1/41/41/41/4 tvanillatvanillatvanillatvanilla

zest 1/2 orangezest 1/2 orangezest 1/2 orangezest 1/2 orangezest 1/2 lemonzest 1/2 lemonzest 1/2 lemonzest 1/2 lemon

1/41/41/41/4 cccc orange juiceorange juiceorange juiceorange juice1/41/41/41/4 cccc lemon juicelemon juicelemon juicelemon juice1/41/41/41/4 tttt almond extractalmond extractalmond extractalmond extract

• Heat oven to 300 F• Heat oven to 300 F• Heat oven to 300 F• Heat oven to 300 F• Mix dry ingredients• Mix dry ingredients• Mix dry ingredients• Mix dry ingredients• Heat wet ingredients• Heat wet ingredients• Heat wet ingredients• Heat wet ingredients• Blend thoroughly• Blend thoroughly• Blend thoroughly• Blend thoroughly• Spread on baking sheet 1/3 inch thick• Spread on baking sheet 1/3 inch thick• Spread on baking sheet 1/3 inch thick• Spread on baking sheet 1/3 inch thick• Bake until it is toasted (25 minutes)• Bake until it is toasted (25 minutes)• Bake until it is toasted (25 minutes)• Bake until it is toasted (25 minutes)

Note: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raisins, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raisins, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raisins, dates mayNote: Coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, walnuts, raisins, dates maybe added. Add raisins or dates after removing from oven.be added. Add raisins or dates after removing from oven.be added. Add raisins or dates after removing from oven.be added. Add raisins or dates after removing from oven.

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SONORAN BAKLAVASONORAN BAKLAVASONORAN BAKLAVASONORAN BAKLAVA

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1 1/21 1/21 1/21 1/2 cccc butter/margarinebutter/margarinebutter/margarinebutter/margarine1111 cccc milkmilkmilkmilk2222 eggs, beateneggs, beateneggs, beateneggs, beaten1/41/41/41/4 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez2222 cccc flourflourflourflour1/41/41/41/4 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt4444 tttt baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1111 cccc pecanspecanspecanspecans1/21/21/21/2 tttt cinnamoncinnamoncinnamoncinnamon6666 TTTT sugarsugarsugarsugar

i c honeyi c honeyi c honeyi c honey1111 cccc waterwaterwaterwater2222 cccc sugarsugarsugarsugar1111 tttt lemon juicelemon juicelemon juicelemon juice

• Preheat oven to 3750 F.• Preheat oven to 3750 F.• Preheat oven to 3750 F.• Preheat oven to 3750 F.• Melt butter add milk, allow to cool• Melt butter add milk, allow to cool• Melt butter add milk, allow to cool• Melt butter add milk, allow to cool• In large bowl sift meals, salt and baking meal• In large bowl sift meals, salt and baking meal• In large bowl sift meals, salt and baking meal• In large bowl sift meals, salt and baking meal• Add beaten eggs to milk and butter mixture.• Add beaten eggs to milk and butter mixture.• Add beaten eggs to milk and butter mixture.• Add beaten eggs to milk and butter mixture.• Stir liquids into meals. Mixture will be stiff.• Stir liquids into meals. Mixture will be stiff.• Stir liquids into meals. Mixture will be stiff.• Stir liquids into meals. Mixture will be stiff.• Combine pecans, cinnamon and 6T sugar. Knead into batter• Combine pecans, cinnamon and 6T sugar. Knead into batter• Combine pecans, cinnamon and 6T sugar. Knead into batter• Combine pecans, cinnamon and 6T sugar. Knead into batter• Lightly grease 11” x 15” pan. Spread batter evenly.• Lightly grease 11” x 15” pan. Spread batter evenly.• Lightly grease 11” x 15” pan. Spread batter evenly.• Lightly grease 11” x 15” pan. Spread batter evenly.• Bake at 375” F for 20 minutes, lower temperature to 3500 and bake• Bake at 375” F for 20 minutes, lower temperature to 3500 and bake• Bake at 375” F for 20 minutes, lower temperature to 3500 and bake• Bake at 375” F for 20 minutes, lower temperature to 3500 and bakeadditional 20 minutes or until done.additional 20 minutes or until done.additional 20 minutes or until done.additional 20 minutes or until done.• In a sauce pan combine honey, water, 2 c sugar, and lemon juice. Boil for• In a sauce pan combine honey, water, 2 c sugar, and lemon juice. Boil for• In a sauce pan combine honey, water, 2 c sugar, and lemon juice. Boil for• In a sauce pan combine honey, water, 2 c sugar, and lemon juice. Boil for5 minutes, allow to cool.5 minutes, allow to cool.5 minutes, allow to cool.5 minutes, allow to cool.• Remove baklava from oven and cut into diamond shapes while hot.• Remove baklava from oven and cut into diamond shapes while hot.• Remove baklava from oven and cut into diamond shapes while hot.• Remove baklava from oven and cut into diamond shapes while hot.• Pour cooled syrup over hot baklava. Cool before serving.• Pour cooled syrup over hot baklava. Cool before serving.• Pour cooled syrup over hot baklava. Cool before serving.• Pour cooled syrup over hot baklava. Cool before serving.

Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings Yield: 10 servings

SONORAN COOKIESSONORAN COOKIESSONORAN COOKIESSONORAN COOKIES

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2222 cccc whole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flour1111 cccc mesquite meal 2 eggsmesquite meal 2 eggsmesquite meal 2 eggsmesquite meal 2 eggs2222 tttt baking powder 1 cup oilbaking powder 1 cup oilbaking powder 1 cup oilbaking powder 1 cup oil1/21/21/21/2 tttt baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1/21/21/21/2 cccc sugarsugarsugarsugar

• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Preheat oven to 375 F• Blend dry ingredients in medium bowl• Blend dry ingredients in medium bowl• Blend dry ingredients in medium bowl• Blend dry ingredients in medium bowl• Beat eggs lightly in another bowl, add oil and blend• Beat eggs lightly in another bowl, add oil and blend• Beat eggs lightly in another bowl, add oil and blend• Beat eggs lightly in another bowl, add oil and blend• Combine all ingredients until well mixed• Combine all ingredients until well mixed• Combine all ingredients until well mixed• Combine all ingredients until well mixed• Drop on ungreased cookie sheet• Drop on ungreased cookie sheet• Drop on ungreased cookie sheet• Drop on ungreased cookie sheet• Bake by rounded teaspoons for 35 minutes or until lightly browned• Bake by rounded teaspoons for 35 minutes or until lightly browned• Bake by rounded teaspoons for 35 minutes or until lightly browned• Bake by rounded teaspoons for 35 minutes or until lightly browned

Yield: 24 cookie Yield: 24 cookie Yield: 24 cookie Yield: 24 cookie

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SONORAN COOKIES IISONORAN COOKIES IISONORAN COOKIES IISONORAN COOKIES II

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2222 cccc corn tortilla mixcorn tortilla mixcorn tortilla mixcorn tortilla mix1/21/21/21/2 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez2222 tttt baking mealbaking mealbaking mealbaking meal2222 tttt baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1111 cccc sugarsugarsugarsugar1111 eggeggeggegg1111 cccc butter or margarinebutter or margarinebutter or margarinebutter or margarine2222 tttt vanillavanillavanillavanilla

• Heatovento375F.• Heatovento375F.• Heatovento375F.• Heatovento375F.• Melt butter, add sugar. egg and vanilla.• Melt butter, add sugar. egg and vanilla.• Melt butter, add sugar. egg and vanilla.• Melt butter, add sugar. egg and vanilla.• Mix until well blended, add dry ingredients and beat until mixture is• Mix until well blended, add dry ingredients and beat until mixture is• Mix until well blended, add dry ingredients and beat until mixture is• Mix until well blended, add dry ingredients and beat until mixture issmooth.smooth.smooth.smooth.• Roll into 2” balls, press onto cookie sheet.• Roll into 2” balls, press onto cookie sheet.• Roll into 2” balls, press onto cookie sheet.• Roll into 2” balls, press onto cookie sheet.• Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Do not overbake.• Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Do not overbake.• Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Do not overbake.• Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Do not overbake.

Yield: 24 cookies Yield: 24 cookies Yield: 24 cookies Yield: 24 cookies

SONORAN OATMEAL COOKIESSONORAN OATMEAL COOKIESSONORAN OATMEAL COOKIESSONORAN OATMEAL COOKIES

2 c whole wheat flour2 c whole wheat flour2 c whole wheat flour2 c whole wheat flour1 c sugar1 c sugar1 c sugar1 c sugar1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal1/2 c PROMEZ mesquite meal2 eggs2 eggs2 eggs2 eggs1 c oats1 c oats1 c oats1 c oats1 cup margarine or butter1 cup margarine or butter1 cup margarine or butter1 cup margarine or butter2 t baking soda2 t baking soda2 t baking soda2 t baking soda1/2 cup chopped nuts1/2 cup chopped nuts1/2 cup chopped nuts1/2 cup chopped nuts2 t baking powder2 t baking powder2 t baking powder2 t baking powder

* Preheat oven to 400 0F* Preheat oven to 400 0F* Preheat oven to 400 0F* Preheat oven to 400 0F* Blend first five dry ingredients (flour, meal, oats,* Blend first five dry ingredients (flour, meal, oats,* Blend first five dry ingredients (flour, meal, oats,* Blend first five dry ingredients (flour, meal, oats,soda and baking powder ) in medium bowlsoda and baking powder ) in medium bowlsoda and baking powder ) in medium bowlsoda and baking powder ) in medium bowl* Blend margarine ( or butter ) and sugar, add eggs* Blend margarine ( or butter ) and sugar, add eggs* Blend margarine ( or butter ) and sugar, add eggs* Blend margarine ( or butter ) and sugar, add eggs* Combine all ingredients until well blended* Combine all ingredients until well blended* Combine all ingredients until well blended* Combine all ingredients until well blended* Drop on un-greased cookie sheet* Drop on un-greased cookie sheet* Drop on un-greased cookie sheet* Drop on un-greased cookie sheet* Bake by rounded teaspoons for 25 minutes or until* Bake by rounded teaspoons for 25 minutes or until* Bake by rounded teaspoons for 25 minutes or until* Bake by rounded teaspoons for 25 minutes or untillightly brownedlightly brownedlightly brownedlightly browned

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SOUR CREAM ZUCCHINI BREADSOUR CREAM ZUCCHINI BREADSOUR CREAM ZUCCHINI BREADSOUR CREAM ZUCCHINI BREAD

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

2222 cccc whole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flourwhole wheat flour1111 cccc promezpromezpromezpromez

l-l/2t glutenl-l/2t glutenl-l/2t glutenl-l/2t gluten1/21/21/21/2 tttt baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1111 tttt baking sodabaking sodabaking sodabaking soda1111 saltsaltsaltsalt

i c sugari c sugari c sugari c sugar3333 eggseggseggseggs1111 tttt vanillavanillavanillavanilla2222 tttt cinnamoncinnamoncinnamoncinnamon

i c oili c oili c oili c oil3/43/43/43/4 cccc diced mangodiced mangodiced mangodiced mango3/43/43/43/4 cccc chopped walnutschopped walnutschopped walnutschopped walnuts1/21/21/21/2 cccc sour creamsour creamsour creamsour cream2222 cupscupscupscups grated zucchinigrated zucchinigrated zucchinigrated zucchini

• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Preheat oven to 3500 F• Grease and flour two 8” x 4” pans• Grease and flour two 8” x 4” pans• Grease and flour two 8” x 4” pans• Grease and flour two 8” x 4” pans• Sift flours, baking powder, soda and salt• Sift flours, baking powder, soda and salt• Sift flours, baking powder, soda and salt• Sift flours, baking powder, soda and salt• Add sugar, cinnamon and nuts to mixture• Add sugar, cinnamon and nuts to mixture• Add sugar, cinnamon and nuts to mixture• Add sugar, cinnamon and nuts to mixture• Beat eggs and all ingredients to flour mixture• Beat eggs and all ingredients to flour mixture• Beat eggs and all ingredients to flour mixture• Beat eggs and all ingredients to flour mixture• Mix thoroughly• Mix thoroughly• Mix thoroughly• Mix thoroughly• Bake for 1 1/4 hour until done, cool.• Bake for 1 1/4 hour until done, cool.• Bake for 1 1/4 hour until done, cool.• Bake for 1 1/4 hour until done, cool.

Yield: 16 slices Yield: 16 slices Yield: 16 slices Yield: 16 slices

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SOUTHWEST FOCACCIASOUTHWEST FOCACCIASOUTHWEST FOCACCIASOUTHWEST FOCACCIA

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

1111 pkg.pkg.pkg.pkg. active dry yeastactive dry yeastactive dry yeastactive dry yeast1111 c.c.c.c. warm waterwarm waterwarm waterwarm water2222 t.t.t.t. sugarsugarsugarsugar3/43/43/43/4 t.t.t.t. saltsaltsaltsalt1/21/21/21/2 c.c.c.c. olive oilolive oilolive oilolive oil1/31/31/31/3 c.c.c.c. promezpromezpromezpromez2-1/22-1/22-1/22-1/2 ---- 3 c. unbleached flour3 c. unbleached flour3 c. unbleached flour3 c. unbleached flour3-43-43-43-4 clovesclovesclovescloves garlic, mincedgarlic, mincedgarlic, mincedgarlic, minced1-21-21-21-2 t.t.t.t. chipotle flakeschipotle flakeschipotle flakeschipotle flakes1/41/41/41/4 c.c.c.c. grated parmesangrated parmesangrated parmesangrated parmesan

• Heat 1/4 C. olive oil in small pan and sauté garlic until soft and• Heat 1/4 C. olive oil in small pan and sauté garlic until soft and• Heat 1/4 C. olive oil in small pan and sauté garlic until soft and• Heat 1/4 C. olive oil in small pan and sauté garlic until soft andgolden.golden.golden.golden.• Stir in chipotle flakes and set aside to cool.• Stir in chipotle flakes and set aside to cool.• Stir in chipotle flakes and set aside to cool.• Stir in chipotle flakes and set aside to cool.• Combine yeasL and water in a large bowl, let stand 5 minutes.• Combine yeasL and water in a large bowl, let stand 5 minutes.• Combine yeasL and water in a large bowl, let stand 5 minutes.• Combine yeasL and water in a large bowl, let stand 5 minutes.• Stir in sugar, salt and 1/4 C. oil.• Stir in sugar, salt and 1/4 C. oil.• Stir in sugar, salt and 1/4 C. oil.• Stir in sugar, salt and 1/4 C. oil.• Add 1 C. flour and beat with a wire whisk or spoon 2-3 minutes.• Add 1 C. flour and beat with a wire whisk or spoon 2-3 minutes.• Add 1 C. flour and beat with a wire whisk or spoon 2-3 minutes.• Add 1 C. flour and beat with a wire whisk or spoon 2-3 minutes.• Stir in PROMEZ and enough flour to make a soft dough.• Stir in PROMEZ and enough flour to make a soft dough.• Stir in PROMEZ and enough flour to make a soft dough.• Stir in PROMEZ and enough flour to make a soft dough.• Knead on floured surface 8-10 minutes.• Knead on floured surface 8-10 minutes.• Knead on floured surface 8-10 minutes.• Knead on floured surface 8-10 minutes.• Covcr and lct rcst 20 minutes. Punch down and roll out to fit a• Covcr and lct rcst 20 minutes. Punch down and roll out to fit a• Covcr and lct rcst 20 minutes. Punch down and roll out to fit a• Covcr and lct rcst 20 minutes. Punch down and roll out to fit awell-greased 10x15' baking pan.well-greased 10x15' baking pan.well-greased 10x15' baking pan.well-greased 10x15' baking pan.• After placing on pan, pierce dough at 1” intervals.• After placing on pan, pierce dough at 1” intervals.• After placing on pan, pierce dough at 1” intervals.• After placing on pan, pierce dough at 1” intervals.• Drizzle with garlic-chile mixture, and sprinkle with cheese,• Drizzle with garlic-chile mixture, and sprinkle with cheese,• Drizzle with garlic-chile mixture, and sprinkle with cheese,• Drizzle with garlic-chile mixture, and sprinkle with cheese,• Let rise until puffy (10-15 minutes).• Let rise until puffy (10-15 minutes).• Let rise until puffy (10-15 minutes).• Let rise until puffy (10-15 minutes).• Bake 15-18 minutes at 400 degrees F. or until golden brown.• Bake 15-18 minutes at 400 degrees F. or until golden brown.• Bake 15-18 minutes at 400 degrees F. or until golden brown.• Bake 15-18 minutes at 400 degrees F. or until golden brown.

Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings Yield: 12 servings

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SPOONBREADSPOONBREADSPOONBREADSPOONBREAD

30303030 ozozozoz creamed corncreamed corncreamed corncreamed corn2222 eggseggseggseggs1/31/31/31/3 cupcupcupcup oiloiloiloil1111 smlsmlsmlsml oniononiononiononion1111 cloveclovecloveclove garlic (or more)garlic (or more)garlic (or more)garlic (or more)2222 ozozozoz black olivesblack olivesblack olivesblack olives1111 tsptsptsptsp baking powderbaking powderbaking powderbaking powder1/41/41/41/4 cupcupcupcup cornmealcornmealcornmealcornmeal1/41/41/41/4 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal2222 ozozozoz chopped green onionschopped green onionschopped green onionschopped green onions1/21/21/21/2 tsptsptsptsp cumincumincumincumin3333 cupscupscupscups grated sharp cheddar cheesegrated sharp cheddar cheesegrated sharp cheddar cheesegrated sharp cheddar cheese

-Heat oven to 375 F. Grease 9” round pan-Heat oven to 375 F. Grease 9” round pan-Heat oven to 375 F. Grease 9” round pan-Heat oven to 375 F. Grease 9” round panor 7” x 11” dish.or 7” x 11” dish.or 7” x 11” dish.or 7” x 11” dish.-Combine corn, eggs, oil, onion, minced-Combine corn, eggs, oil, onion, minced-Combine corn, eggs, oil, onion, minced-Combine corn, eggs, oil, onion, mincedgarlic, olives and chiles in a bowl.garlic, olives and chiles in a bowl.garlic, olives and chiles in a bowl.garlic, olives and chiles in a bowl.-Sift together baking powder, corn,-Sift together baking powder, corn,-Sift together baking powder, corn,-Sift together baking powder, corn,mesquite meal and cumin together inmesquite meal and cumin together inmesquite meal and cumin together inmesquite meal and cumin together inanother bowl.another bowl.another bowl.another bowl.-Mix dry and wet ingredients and 1 cup of-Mix dry and wet ingredients and 1 cup of-Mix dry and wet ingredients and 1 cup of-Mix dry and wet ingredients and 1 cup ofcheese until well combined.cheese until well combined.cheese until well combined.cheese until well combined.-Pour into prepared pan. Top with-Pour into prepared pan. Top with-Pour into prepared pan. Top with-Pour into prepared pan. Top withremaining 1 cup of cheese.remaining 1 cup of cheese.remaining 1 cup of cheese.remaining 1 cup of cheese.-Bake for 50 minutes until lightly browned.-Bake for 50 minutes until lightly browned.-Bake for 50 minutes until lightly browned.-Bake for 50 minutes until lightly browned.

STUFFINGSTUFFINGSTUFFINGSTUFFING

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

3333 TTTT butterbutterbutterbutter1/21/21/21/2 cccc chopped celerychopped celerychopped celerychopped celery1111 smallsmallsmallsmall onion, choppedonion, choppedonion, choppedonion, chopped1111 ~~~~ commercialcommercialcommercialcommercial

stuffing mixstuffing mixstuffing mixstuffing mix4444 TTTT promezpromezpromezpromez

• Sauté celery and onion lightly in butter in a small pan• Sauté celery and onion lightly in butter in a small pan• Sauté celery and onion lightly in butter in a small pan• Sauté celery and onion lightly in butter in a small pan• Blend PROMEZ meal into dry commercial dressing in a large bowl• Blend PROMEZ meal into dry commercial dressing in a large bowl• Blend PROMEZ meal into dry commercial dressing in a large bowl• Blend PROMEZ meal into dry commercial dressing in a large bowl• Add sautéed vegetables,• Add sautéed vegetables,• Add sautéed vegetables,• Add sautéed vegetables,• Add liquid recommended in dressing stir until combined• Add liquid recommended in dressing stir until combined• Add liquid recommended in dressing stir until combined• Add liquid recommended in dressing stir until combined• Transfer to oven proof casserole• Transfer to oven proof casserole• Transfer to oven proof casserole• Transfer to oven proof casserole• Bake 3500 F for 45 minutes• Bake 3500 F for 45 minutes• Bake 3500 F for 45 minutes• Bake 3500 F for 45 minutes

Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings Yield: 6 - 8 servings

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VEGETABLE POT PIEVEGETABLE POT PIEVEGETABLE POT PIEVEGETABLE POT PIE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

4444 med..med..med..med.. potatoes, cubedpotatoes, cubedpotatoes, cubedpotatoes, cubed4444 med.med.med.med. carrots, slicedcarrots, slicedcarrots, slicedcarrots, sliced2222 t.t.t.t. vegetable oilvegetable oilvegetable oilvegetable oil1111 largelargelargelarge onion, choppedonion, choppedonion, choppedonion, chopped16161616 oz, firm tofu, drained cut into 1/2; ” cubesoz, firm tofu, drained cut into 1/2; ” cubesoz, firm tofu, drained cut into 1/2; ” cubesoz, firm tofu, drained cut into 1/2; ” cubes3/43/43/43/4 c.c.c.c. vegetable brothvegetable brothvegetable brothvegetable broth4444 t.t.t.t. light soy saucelight soy saucelight soy saucelight soy sauce1111 c.c.c.c. frozen or fresh peasfrozen or fresh peasfrozen or fresh peasfrozen or fresh peas4-54-54-54-5 green-chiles, roasted peeled & chop; ped (optional)green-chiles, roasted peeled & chop; ped (optional)green-chiles, roasted peeled & chop; ped (optional)green-chiles, roasted peeled & chop; ped (optional)2222 roundedroundedroundedrounded t. flourt. flourt. flourt. flour0.10.10.10.1 reciperecipereciperecipe pot pie crust.pot pie crust.pot pie crust.pot pie crust.

• Place potatoes and carrots in large pot with water to just cover• Place potatoes and carrots in large pot with water to just cover• Place potatoes and carrots in large pot with water to just cover• Place potatoes and carrots in large pot with water to just coverveggies.veggies.veggies.veggies.• Cover and cook just until tender.• Cover and cook just until tender.• Cover and cook just until tender.• Cover and cook just until tender.• Sauté onion in oil 3 minutes. Add tofu and brown slightly.• Sauté onion in oil 3 minutes. Add tofu and brown slightly.• Sauté onion in oil 3 minutes. Add tofu and brown slightly.• Sauté onion in oil 3 minutes. Add tofu and brown slightly.• Sprinkle with flour.• Sprinkle with flour.• Sprinkle with flour.• Sprinkle with flour.• Add broth and soy sauce, stirring well.• Add broth and soy sauce, stirring well.• Add broth and soy sauce, stirring well.• Add broth and soy sauce, stirring well.• Add to potatoes and carrots (undrained) and simmer stew until• Add to potatoes and carrots (undrained) and simmer stew until• Add to potatoes and carrots (undrained) and simmer stew until• Add to potatoes and carrots (undrained) and simmer stew untilslightly thickened. Add peas and chiles. (May refrigerate overnight)slightly thickened. Add peas and chiles. (May refrigerate overnight)slightly thickened. Add peas and chiles. (May refrigerate overnight)slightly thickened. Add peas and chiles. (May refrigerate overnight)• Pour into 9x13 inch pan and top with crust.• Pour into 9x13 inch pan and top with crust.• Pour into 9x13 inch pan and top with crust.• Pour into 9x13 inch pan and top with crust.• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crust• Bake 35-45 minutes at 375 degrees F or until bubbly and crustgoldengoldengoldengolden

Yield: serves 8 Yield: serves 8 Yield: serves 8 Yield: serves 8

WALNUT PIEWALNUT PIEWALNUT PIEWALNUT PIE

By: By: By: By: Promez Promez Promez Promez

3/43/43/43/4 cccc maple syrupmaple syrupmaple syrupmaple syrup2222 tbuttertbuttertbuttertbutter1111 tttt cinnamoncinnamoncinnamoncinnamon1111 TTTT promezpromezpromezpromez3333 largelargelargelarge eggseggseggseggs1/21/21/21/2 lb.lb.lb.lb. chopped walnutschopped walnutschopped walnutschopped walnuts

it grated orange zestit grated orange zestit grated orange zestit grated orange zest3333 TTTT fresh orange juicefresh orange juicefresh orange juicefresh orange juice1/41/41/41/4 tttt saltsaltsaltsalt

whipped cream w/ orange peel zestwhipped cream w/ orange peel zestwhipped cream w/ orange peel zestwhipped cream w/ orange peel zest

• Whisk syrup, butter, cinnamon, PROMEZ, eggs, zest, juice, and salt until• Whisk syrup, butter, cinnamon, PROMEZ, eggs, zest, juice, and salt until• Whisk syrup, butter, cinnamon, PROMEZ, eggs, zest, juice, and salt until• Whisk syrup, butter, cinnamon, PROMEZ, eggs, zest, juice, and salt untilsmooth.smooth.smooth.smooth.• Pour into shell and bake at 4500 F for 10 mm.• Pour into shell and bake at 4500 F for 10 mm.• Pour into shell and bake at 4500 F for 10 mm.• Pour into shell and bake at 4500 F for 10 mm.• Reduce heat to 350” F bake for 30 minutes more.• Reduce heat to 350” F bake for 30 minutes more.• Reduce heat to 350” F bake for 30 minutes more.• Reduce heat to 350” F bake for 30 minutes more.• Cool, garnish with orange zest and add whipped cream.• Cool, garnish with orange zest and add whipped cream.• Cool, garnish with orange zest and add whipped cream.• Cool, garnish with orange zest and add whipped cream.

Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10 Yield: serves 10

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WILD HONEY CAKE AND WOJAPIWILD HONEY CAKE AND WOJAPIWILD HONEY CAKE AND WOJAPIWILD HONEY CAKE AND WOJAPI

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Blueberry WojapiBlueberry WojapiBlueberry WojapiBlueberry Wojapi5 cups blueberries5 cups blueberries5 cups blueberries5 cups blueberrieswater to coverwater to coverwater to coverwater to cover1 cup sugar1 cup sugar1 cup sugar1 cup sugar1/2 cup corstarch (mixed with water)1/2 cup corstarch (mixed with water)1/2 cup corstarch (mixed with water)1/2 cup corstarch (mixed with water)2 tbl lemon juice2 tbl lemon juice2 tbl lemon juice2 tbl lemon juiceadd sugar and water to blueberries, cover and simmer until cooked.add sugar and water to blueberries, cover and simmer until cooked.add sugar and water to blueberries, cover and simmer until cooked.add sugar and water to blueberries, cover and simmer until cooked.Add corstarch water mixture slowly while stiring until thick. AddAdd corstarch water mixture slowly while stiring until thick. AddAdd corstarch water mixture slowly while stiring until thick. AddAdd corstarch water mixture slowly while stiring until thick. Addlemon juice. Cool and blend with a blender until smooth.lemon juice. Cool and blend with a blender until smooth.lemon juice. Cool and blend with a blender until smooth.lemon juice. Cool and blend with a blender until smooth.

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¾ cup bakingmix¾ cup bakingmix¾ cup bakingmix¾ cup bakingmix1/41/41/41/4 cupcupcupcup mesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite mealmesquite meal1/21/21/21/2 cupcupcupcup oiloiloiloil

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~Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.~Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.~Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.~Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.-In large bowl beat eggs and blend in all ingredients.-In large bowl beat eggs and blend in all ingredients.-In large bowl beat eggs and blend in all ingredients.-In large bowl beat eggs and blend in all ingredients.~Pour into 7” x 11” baking dish.~Pour into 7” x 11” baking dish.~Pour into 7” x 11” baking dish.~Pour into 7” x 11” baking dish.Bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.Bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.Bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.Bake for 25 minutes until lightly browned.-Cool and cut into strips. Recipe makes approximately 25 pieces.-Cool and cut into strips. Recipe makes approximately 25 pieces.-Cool and cut into strips. Recipe makes approximately 25 pieces.-Cool and cut into strips. Recipe makes approximately 25 pieces.