Day of the Dead

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What to Eat on Day of the Dead (Besides Sugar Skulls)

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday honoring deceased friends and family...

Food News

Day of the Dead Treats That Are Almost Too Pretty to Eat

Some of these Halloween treats are gorgeous and can be enjoyed any time of year, and some of the more...

Candied Pumpkinseeds

A sweet seasonal snack

Day of the Dead Mexican Dessert Pumpkin Seeds Nuts Snack Fall Eat: Bon Appétit!

Pan de Muertos (Day of the Dead Bread)

A recipe for the yeasty sweet bread from Mexico.

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Swiss Chard Tamales

Chopped greens, onions, and chiles mixed into tamale dough and steamed.

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Pork Mole Tamales

Fluffy masa dough surrounds shredded pork and a gently spiced chile sauce.

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Bean and Cheese Tamales

Pinto beans and queso fresco stuffed into tamale dough.

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