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About Billy Mo
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all kinds of ethnic cooking. I have traveled to many countries and have learned to cook many different kinds of food. If you need a recipe most likely I have it...

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I taught myself Spanish and I've travelled all over Central America learning local dishes and recipes.

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Questions Answered By Expert  Billy Mo 
In Category  Spanish & Hispanic Cuisine

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chile peppers9/24/2009
  Q: I'm trying to make salsa for the first time. I chopped the peppers and now I'm looking for the ...
  A: Belle, The most effective way is to use household bleach diluted one part bleach to five parts ...
White Cheese dip6/18/2009
  Q: would it? It doesn't seem like it has beans in it. The dip is just white with what looks like green ...
  A: Sorry for the delay..busy day! : ) Anyway, what you are looking for is a recipe for Queso Fundido. ...
White Cheese Dip6/18/2009
  Q: Any help would be appreciated.
  A: Tracey, I thought you might like these too.. TORTILLA CHIPS corn tortillas salt vegetable oil for ...
sofrito1/2/2009
  Q: We tried the following Sofrito Rice recipe, but we feel it failed because it needed almost an extra ...
  A: In my experience brown rice will not properly absorb enough water after it has been exposed to oil. ...
sofrito1/2/2009
  Q: We tried the following Sofrito Rice recipe, but we feel it failed because it needed almost an extra ...
  A: It seems odd that it took so long.. Sometimes it just depends on the rice grain. Many people have ...
cake8/21/2008
  Q: On my daughter's 1st birthday we celebrated it in Veracruz, Mexico with her grandmother, she had her ...
  A: Stacie, Though I am not sure of the exact cake you wrote of, I imagine it was cornmeal cake she ...
Empanadas6/22/2008
  Q: Where can I find frozen empanada de yuca? I am looking for the already made disk. I hope you can ...
  A: Many larger grocery stores carry these now in the frozen international foods section. If not, look ...
receipe2/29/2008
  Q: I need to have ASAP a main meal receipe in spanish by today 2/28/08 by 5:00am my time. Its for my ...
  A: POLLO ASADO AL LIMÓN INGREDIENTES: 4 muslos de pollo. 4 ajos 2 limones en zumo 2 cucharadas de ...
Cheese rice2/7/2008
  Q: My daughter visited Bolivia and is dying to have the cheese rice she had there. I saw a recipe you ...
  A: Here is the English translation for you.. Bill 1 Cup of Rice 1/2 Cup of Milk 1 Cup of Cotija ...
bolivian foods11/18/2007
  Q: Billy, Looking for some bizarre Bolivian foods and restaurants in La Paz or anywhere within the ...
  A: Chris, Bolivian cuisine is dominated by meat dishes, accompanied by rice, potatoes and shredded ...
Santa Cruz food11/7/2007
  Q: I'm trying to find recipe for Arroz con Pollo from Santa Cruz and Majadito like from Rodizio ...
  A: Hola Adela, I hope this is what you are looking for ; ) Buen Provecho Majadito (Serves 4) ...
recipes for tripas de leche10/21/2007
  Q: I NEED TO KNOW HOW TO PREPARE AND DIFFERENT RECIPES FOR TRIPAS DE LECHE. CAN YOU HELP?
  A: Tripas de leche are bovine milk glands. They look like intestines. Probably available in your local ...
Spanish deserts10/13/2007
  Q: I need to make two Spanish deserts for my GCSE exam. Can you recommend a couple of easy options. ...
  A: Yes I can give you a few to choose from. All delicious & easy. Mexican Rice Pudding (Arroz Con ...
Stove Grilled Tripas10/9/2007
  Q: I have A question for you if I May. I a Hispanic friend of mine took me to a restaurant that sold ...
  A: The recipe you mentioned, sounds like a local one but you can easily use those ingredients here. ...
Bolivian Rice with Cheese9/1/2007
  Q: We have an exchange student from Santa Cruz, Bolivia living with us this year. He has expressed a ...
  A: Toni, Quesillo is too moist. The cheese you need is queso seco (dry cheese) or also called Cotija ...
Bolivian cakes8/30/2007
  Q: I have heard about a sponge type cake that has layers of fruit and creme and the cake layers are ...
  A: There are many cakes from the region, here are a couple for you to try. The first one is probably ...
Gorditas8/27/2007
  Q: 86 yr old Marine--when wife lets me in kitchen---have made some 6 batches of gorditas---finally ...
  A: and fellow serviceman.. Here's the solution.. I N G R E D I E N T S For Gorditas: 1 1/2 oz ancho ...
Bolivian receipes8/27/2007
  Q: My church is doing a Bolivian missions project. We will be decorating the room with a Bolivian ...
  A: Bolivia has a diversity of geographical zones with varied climate, culture and food. Bolivian ...
Pasteles, again7/2/2007
  Q: I had pasteles that tasted like a tamale, but not. It was not made with green bananas or plantains. ...
  A: I think what you may have had was empanadas, which are very close to pasteles. Here's a recipe for ...
Tripas6/17/2007
  Q: How do you cook tripas de leche?
  A: Tripas, in Mexican cuisine are small intestines of farm animals that have been cleaned, boiled and ...
recipes for the actual wrap tortillas5/30/2007
  Q: I am trying to find recipe(s)for flavored tortillas used in wraps. All I have been able to find is ...
  A: Here are a few ideas for you. I think you'll be able to easily adapt one of these to your liking. ...
spanish class11/15/2006
  Q: i also have some problems with looking for recipes for my class. I want to cook a savory chilean ...
  A: CHILEAN cuisine is really a mixed pot of cuisines of the native Indian, the Spanish, the French, the ...
hispanic cuisine11/7/2006
  Q: can you get back to me ASAP because its due tomorrow thank you Philip!
  A: Flan, pronounced [FLAHN] is commonly used as a term to describe the Spanish, Portuguese or Mexican ...
pasteles10/17/2006
  Q: where can i find in orlando florida the machine of food processor to make the mass to make pasteles?
  A: HomeDepot 6130 East Colonial, Orlando, FL Linens 'n Things 2544 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL ...
equipment10/3/2006
  Q: what equipment is used in spanish resturants such as pans and ovens and also what are the most ...
  A: While eating habits and hours are more or less uniform throughout Spain, the cooking can be quite ...
Panamanian Rice9/5/2006
  Q: Do you have a recipe for panamanian rice....I had it a party over the weekend...yellow rice with ...
  A: Arroz con pollo is a universal dish that spans most all Latin cultures..and even a few Asian. While ...
Pasteles8/31/2006
  Q: I have the written recipe, but this one had pictures - after the picture that shows setting the ...
  A: Oh yes I see the photos are missing there.. Unfortunately, that would be because the site was not ...
Spanish cookery8/28/2006
  Q: i would like to know what spanish chef's or restaurant owners in Spain use to, first, accompany ...
  A: Spanish Cuisine is based upon what region you are in.. You can find a great difference among the ...
Pasteles8/11/2006
  Q: I brought up a pasteles recipe on my job, but it would not print the pictures showing you each step ...
  A: http://www.geocities.com/heartland/5217/pasteles.htm?200611 Pasteles is part of being Puerto Rican. ...
Wedding7/23/2006
  Q: My daughter is getting married next March. She wants a hispanic cuisine the night before the ...
  A: Sylvia, Without know how many people you will have, this is the best I can do for you. You can ...
soup12/24/2005
  Q: Great--thanks Bill. I tried the potato chunk with a little bit of sugar and it seemed to be a little ...
  A: What you projected would be fine. Another thing you can do, if it is a chicken broth based soup, is ...
soup12/24/2005
  Q: I was wondering if there was any way to remove the sodium-salt from soup after it's cooked. My ...
  A: Saltiness will not diminish with age or refrigeration, it can only be remedied by adding something ...
Argentinian cooking10/23/2005
  Q: I'm doing a project on Argentina for my spanish class. I would like to bring in something that ...
  A: Alyson, Although Argentina is outside my area of specialty, here is some info that may help. ...
Cooking in an aluminum skillet8/13/2005
  Q: I'm afraid of teflon and have bought a commercial aluminum fry pan. My eggs stuck pretty hard this ...
  A: Have you season the pan yet?? What Oil to Use I recommend Peanut Oil, because it has a very high ...
Colored Tortilla Chips2/10/2005
  Q: I hope you can help, because I am only finding dead ends on the internet. I am looking for tortilla ...
  A: Dan, I usually deal with the making of items people request..so I'll cover that first..in case ...
Oats!12/7/2004
  Q: This might seem like a strange question, but... can you buy oat flakes in Spain? I´m an English ...
  A: Hola Laurence..& thanks for the challenge : ) Your flapjacks look quite good..though I would ...
pastelitos11/28/2004
  Q: I am lookng for an authentic recipe for pastelitos leaning more towards Dominican tradition; if ...
  A: The most common misconception people have about Dominican cuisine is thinking that all Hispanic food ...
SPANISH SOUPS10/22/2004
  Q: I WAS WONDERING IF YOU HAD ANY RECIPIES FOR SANCOCHO, OR ANY OTHER SPANISH SOUPS. MOSTLY PUERTO ...
  A: These are two of my favorite stews to make about this time of year. I usually make a large batch & ...
Panamian foods9/3/2004
  Q: What are three milks cake?
  A: It is a delicious sponge cake which is soaked in a mixture of 3 milks after it comes out of the ...
Pablo Picasso's Favorate7/1/2004
  Q: I would like to know what was Pablo Picasso's favorate dish. I'm setting up a catered event for a ...
  A: I've never come across a reference to a favorite food of Picasso's..but here are some dishes from ...
Costa Rican hors d'oeuvres3/5/2004
  Q: I need relatively uncomplicated recipes for Costa Rican hors d'oeuvres for a surprise party I am ...
  A: Hey Christine, Sorry for the delay, PC problems..had to go buy a new one. Anyway, bocas are ...
Costa Rica1/20/2004
  Q: Every year my school has an international showcase. Each of the students involved has a different ...
  A: Alicia, Yes I know your school does this every year, cuz every year I receive a few requests for ...
pasteles3/25/2003
  Q: What type of meat do you use to make pasteles and what ingredients do I use? I have the idea because ...
  A: Bonus..*** Sofrito Ingredients: 3 large green bell peppers 2 medium red bell peppers 40 - 60 ...
cheese2/14/2003
  Q: I read about quince paste (membrillo) and found some in the Hispanic section of the grocery store. A ...
  A: Manchego, made from rich sheep's milk, is perhaps the best known of the Spanish cheeses. Its flavor, ...
spanish garnishes7/27/2002
  Q: I'm doing Yr 12 Hospitality (in Australia), and for an assignment we have to choose a culture (I ...
  A: .. Well, it seems you have quite a project. Here are my recommendations.. Paella, and Dulce de ...
carne frite7/16/2002
  Q: i was hoping you have a recipe for carne frite(fried meat) and paella. Thankyou so much.
  A: I sure do... Enjoy! Buen Provecho! Carne Frita Serves: 6 Ingredients: 1 ...
I'm looking for a recipe12/1/2001
  Q: A friend of my mom made these Spanish fried pie type things -- it had this pastry style crust and ...
  A: Here's what you are looking for.. Sorry it took a bit..system problems. Let me know if there's ...
Mexican9/19/2001
  Q: I have been trying to find a recipe for a cheese dip that is commonly served in Mexican restaurant ...
  A: I sure do. There are many variations..here are a few. Bill 2 pounds Monterey Jack cheese, grated ...
What is verdologas?7/18/2001
  Q: I have a customer wanting to try out some new Spanish recipes. She gave me a list of different ...
  A: Hey Cath, Here are a few more details.. Purselane Other names: Portulacca oleracea, pussley, ...
Ingredient6/11/2001
  Q: I have picked a recipe that calls for masa harina. I'm not familiar with this. Could you let me know ...
  A: Masa harina is a mix that comes in a bag, much like flour. You can find it at most any Mexican food ...
Bolivia recipe4/29/2001
  Q: My daughter is doing a report on Bolivia and needs to cook something from that country. Do you have ...
  A: .sure I have some.. Bolivia's food is dominated by meat dishes, accompanied by rice, potatoes and ...
pickled peppers4/26/2001
  Q: Am looking for recipies for pickling peppers. Am mainly interested in recipies for the following ...
  A: Glad to help Glenn. Glad you didn't sign it Peter Piper too..hehe Bill Chile peppers are usually ...
DESSERT4/1/2001
  Q: I'M BACK I HOPE WITH THE LAST OF MY QUESTIONS, I BELIEVE YOU CAN FIND THIS ONE FOR ME. I SAW A ...
  A: Chocolate Flan Smooth and rich, with a slightly bitter caramel taste, this flan in a ring is a ...
flavored tortilla wrappers4/1/2001
  Q: I am trying to find recipe(s)for flavored tortillas used in wraps. All I have been able to find is ...
  A: Sure I can help.. CHILE BLACK PEPPER TORTILLAS This produces an earthy-flavored burnished red ...
Recipes3/29/2001
  Q: I love to eat out at Mexican, or Tex-Mex restaraunts...My favorite meal is the chicken chimichanga, ...
  A: Sure I can help. CHIMICHANGAS ============ ...
DESSERTS3/27/2001
  Q: I'M BACK HOPEFULLY FOR THE LAST TIME. CAN YOU HELP ME WITH THESE 2 DESSERTS A LADY BY PENELOPE CASS ...
  A: Welcome back... Red Almond Sauce Categories: sauces 1/2 cup ground almonds 1 cup Onion, toasted ...
Machaca3/27/2001
  Q: Do you happen to have a recipe for Machaca, which is a Mexican shredded dried beef?
  A: Sure Marilyn, Carne Machaca Shredded beef that has been slow cooked and used in tacos, enchiladas ...
background3/25/2001
  Q: do you know where guacamole came from and how it was invented?if you do please get back to me soon ...
  A: Hola Marisol, Avocados or alligator pears are thought to have originated in Mexico, and their seeds ...
food project3/23/2001
  Q: I am doing a project on spanish food and I was wondering if you could supply me with a few easy ...
  A: Hey Chris, No problem.... Spanish Rice Just five minutes of preparation time for homemade Spanish ...
SPAIN CUISINE3/22/2001
  Q: BILL MO I'M BACK WITH ANOTHER QUESTION, CAN YOU HELP WITH THIS RECIPE CALLED YEMAS/ CANDIED ...
  A: Welcome back Annette, here ya go + a bonus... Yemas Ingredients 4 egg yolks 1 cup butter ...
Nacho chips3/16/2001
  Q: I would like to learn how to make nacho chips, can you help? By the way, what is the difference ...
  A: Carlos, There is no difference between the two, except that other condiments go with the tortilla ...
recipe3/13/2001
  Q: I need a recipe for camarones a la diabla.
  A: Camarones a la Diabla Ingredients: 3 lbs. of shrimp, cleaned and deveined 1/2 onion thinly sliced ...
Traditional Spanish food2/25/2001
  Q: I live in Ireland and am a student studying Spanish for A level. In may I have to do a presentation ...
  A: Sure I do..here ya go. http://www.bpe.com/food/ethnic_cusine/spain.htm ...
bacalao2/12/2001
  Q: I hope you can help me find a dish my grandpa use to make, when I was little. I wish i could ask him ...
  A: Bacalao has been around a long time and is used in many countries. This is one of the easiest. I ...
recipe needed for tripas1/4/2001
  Q: My grandmother used to make "tripas" or "tripas de leche". They were intestines that were either ...
  A: Here's what I hope you were looking for.. Let me know if there is anything else I can help you ...
Chilean Food10/16/2000
  Q: I am doing a project on Chilean foods and in need of Chilean recipes (origin from Chile)- any and ...
  A: Hey Amy...no problem.....Bill Papas con pollo--Chilean casserole Chicken-Potato Casserole 2 lbs. ...
gazpacho andaluz10/15/2000
  Q: I`ve been to Spain last month, and I went crazy about gazpacho andaluz. One of the reasons is that ...
  A: I was helping a friend of mine and thought you might like these... Bill Vegetable Minestrone Makes ...
Costa Rican recipes5/22/2000
  Q: We have travelled to Costa Rica on nature trips and are interested in finding some traditional ...
  A: I have been to Costa Rica many times myself..I love it there. Your party sounds like fun. ...
Taco Recipe4/4/2000
  Q: I was in California in 1997. I went to this taco truck in the downtown of Fresno, CA. I found it ...
  A: Hey Tim..Generally, the secret to authentic tacos is the slow process of cooking and seasoning the ...
sauerkraut - polish style?3/12/2000
  Q: You mentioned you have ethnic recipies of all kinds. My mother used to make sauerkraut somehow ...
  A: Claire, I hope this helps... On Lenten days, sauerkraut was eaten raw, prepared with flax oil and ...
sofrito3/12/2000
  Q: i would like a recipe for sofrito.....a puerto rican staple.
  A: Green Sofrito 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 very small onion 1 bunch of scallions finely chopped (1/2 ...

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