Mexico

The basic ingredients are straightforward enough, though some of them may require a bit of digging to locate. There's quite a bit of preparation to make a fine mole, but the effort is worth it, as a taste of the results will prove.

Many parts of Mexico are near the sea and fishing is an ancient and honorable profession in this land. Oyster soup is one of the most pleasant results.

The Chinese aren't the only ones who can produce an outstanding egg soup. This one has many of the same ingredients, but makes for a delightful variation.

Making a traditional gazpacho takes only a few minutes of preparation and the ingredient list is simplicity itself.

This is one of the recipes that came to Arizona from Mexico; probably based in the typical quesadillas - corn tortillas filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, and baked - also very popular. Corn tortillas are used in place of the traditional lasagna sheets.

Tacos rate high in the list for best liked Mexican food. A taco kit with ready made seasoning and prepared taco shells can be your introduction to Mexican food.