Lorena Garcia's New Latin Classics: Fresh Ideas for Favorite Dishes

From Lorena Garcia, one of the countrys most popular Latina chefs and the co-star of NBCs Americas Next Great Restaurant, comes a must-have cookbook for anyone who loves the bold, fresh flavors of the New Latin Cuisine.

Whats the secret to great Latin-inspired food? Create layers of flavor that unfold with every bite. Thats just what Garcia does in this debut cookbook, serving up easy-to-make, irresistibly delicious dishes that taste exoticthough their ingredients can be found in your local supermarket. Here youll find classic Latin favorites like Nuevo Arroz con Pollo, while homey American classics are given a modern Nuevo Latino twist. From succulent Snapper Taquitos with Jicama-Apple Salsita to versatile arepas, the fluffy corn flatbreads that are to the Venezuelan table what baguettes are to the French, more than one hundred recipes in this volume lead lovers of Latin food far beyond tacos and empanadas.

Lorena Garcia takes one of Americas hottest cuisine trends out of the restaurant and into the home kitchen, where everyone can enjoy it. Working from a base of standard pantry items that make replicating and extending these meals a snap, Garcia shows everyday cooks how to add a Latin accent to just about any dish, from meatballs to marinara. Want comfort food with flair? Who can resist such flavorful go-to dishes as

Smashed Guacamole
Creamy Roasted Corn Soup
Salmon Taquitos with Roasted Habanero Salsita
Mango BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Still have room for dessert? Garcias are as simple as they are satisfying: Sticky Arroz con Pollo de Leche, Caramelized Vanilla Figs with Goat Cheese and Grilled Papaya, Spicy Chocolate Moussesweet finishing touches to a perfectly prepared meal.

Dedicated to the timeless concept of cooking as an expression of lovean idea that transcends all culturesLorena Garcias New Latin Classics is a delightful book to be shared around the table with family and friends.