Pan De Muerto

I arrived one morning at work and found my Mexican cook, Jesus, enjoying a slice of this Pan de Muerto bread with a cup of hot chocolate. He states this bread, which translates to Bread of the Dead, is only made for 4 days in a year, November 1 to November 4, in observance of All Souls’ Day when Mexican catholics honor their departed. Mexican bakeshops sell it for around $15 for a loaf the size of a 9-inch plate. Read more

Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Across the Border, From the Oven 

Chocolate Nut Bread

December 16, 2007

This is a delicious bread recipe I found on the label of my new loaf pan. I decreased the sugar called for in the recipe to 1/2 cup and it came out just perfect for my sweet buds. It’s especially good while warm, with melted chocolate and crunchy nuts on every bite. Hot cup of coffee is the perfect compliment! Read more

Written by Lalaine · Filed Under From the Oven