Pilarcitas family spice story
As a child, my fondest memories are of our family get-togethers, overflowing with food, drinks, laughter, and happiness. Everyone pitched in with favorite dishes, specialty drinks, and secret recipes. My Great Grandma Pilar shared more than food—she passed down her recipes and the stories we loved, including this one, my favorite.
Sonoro, Mexico 1930’s
It was a dangerous place when the banditos came to town. The townspeople were fearful as the outlaws rode in, robbing and pillaging the penniless Mexican citizens. Crime was uncontrollable until they brought in the forces, a crime fighter known as El Jefe (The Big Boss) and his posse of men who stormed in to clean up the crime-infested village. With no jury and no trial, authorities captured the accused and hanged them from the nearest tree. With their mission complete, it was time to move on to the next village, but rest and a meal were vital. El Jefe and his men would ride to Pilarcita’s house for the bounty of food she would cook in her modest home. The townspeople created Mexican dishes like carne asada, marinades, soups, and other mouth-pleasing treasures especially for these men, to repay what they owed.
Our family still gathers together. Though Great Grandma Pilar has passed on, her place in the kitchen is now filled by her granddaughter, great-granddaughter, and anyone ready to cook with creativity.
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Please join my family and cook up some of our savory recipes for your family today. Con Gusto!