NATIONAL TEQUILA DAY – July 24

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[deport]

On July 24th, commemorate National Tequila Day with a
little lime and salt. Mix up a Margarita, Paloma or a
Mamasita to celebrate the day!

Enjoy but don't over do.

[Randy Larsen]

Oh hell, another tequila I must try!

Gee thanks.

[JoeFromSidney]

One tequila,

Two tequila,

Three tequila,

Floor

[deport]

LOL........ That’s about correct.

[Liz]

Best to eat heartily while downing margaritas. A substantial dish is easy-to-make enchiladas w/ a hearty chili.

Authentic recipe from Los Barrios family restaurant in San Antonio. Can do-ahead, freeze then oven-thaw and reheat.

ING 8 corn tortillas 4 cups grated American cheese pico de gallo, for topping cheese, for topping

Enchilada Sauce Ing cup veg oil 2 c flour 1/4 cup chili powder tb ea ground cumin,garlic powder, s/p, 2 quarts water

Chili Topping lb ground beef teaspoon ea garlic powder ground cumin bay leaf, s/p 2 tablespoons chili powder cup water 2 cups cooked pinto beans (optional) or canned pinto beans (optional)

Enchilada Gravy Heat oil in large stockpot. Add flour and cook until browned, stirring constantly, you are making a roux, do not let it burn NOTE: this will have almost a "dough" consistency, don't be scared once the water is added it will thin into a thick gravy. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook roux, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes. Gradually add the water, stirring until smooth. Boil gently for 15 minutes.

Chili Filling (or buy it canned). Brown the ground beef in a large skillet. Add the garlic, cumin, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if the pan becomes dry. Add the chili powder and cup water; bring to a simmer. Simmer 10 minutes, then toss bay leaf and add the beans if using.

ASSEMBLY Soften tortillas, fill with Am/cheese and roll up. Place seam side down in baker, cover with Enchilada Gravy, Chili.
Top with Pico de Gallo, more cheese to taste. Heat thru in 350 deg oven 10 min (cheese is melted).

[Liz]

Classic Texas Salsa / and chips

ING small onion, gar/clove, 2 jalapeños, small bunch cilantro, 1/4 tsp ea salt, sugar, juice/zested lime, 28-ounce can tomato juice.

First chop ing by hand, then proc/pulse smooth, w/ tomato juice but leave delicious tiny bits of vegetables.

[Liz]

A Mexican-style dessert completes the margarita party. Serve 12 this rich and
creamy no-bake caramel cheesecake. Impressive-looking but prepares in a jif.

No-Bake Dulce de Leche Cheesecake

Ingredients Crust: 10 squares (5 whole) graham crackers 1 1/2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Cereal 5 tablespoons butter, melted

ING Filling: 2 blocks (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1 can (14 oz) dulce de leche 2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

ING Toppings: 1/4 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Cereal cup frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 tablespoons caramel or dulce de leche

METHOD Processor grahams and Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ Cereal to fine crumbs. Add melted butter; mix/combine.
Press into 8" springform bottom, at least an inch up side for a nice edge. Freeze.

FILLING Beat cream cheese light/fluffy. Add dulce de leche and beat to combine. Spoon in whipped topping; beat smooth and creamy.
Spoon over crust in an even layer; chill 6 hours til set or freezer 2 hours. Once set, remove to server.

TOPPING Pipe whipped topping in a swirl over cheesecake, sprinkle on cereal pieces; drizzle dulce de leche sauce over top.

[commish]

One Tequila, Two Tequila, Three Tequila, Floor!

[commish]

Ten Rounds with Jose Cuervo

[deport]

LOL. Thanks. It’s been a long time since I heard that.

[Liz]

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