Smoky, earthy, fruity, and spicy, the flavors of the Southwest have
intrigued Bobby Flay ever since he was a young chef, eventually serving
as the inspiration for the menu at his first restaurant, Mesa Grill. Now
sixteen years later, Bobby's bold and vivacious take on this cuisine has
made him a fixture on America's culinary scene and turned Mesa Grill
into a veritable institution. In Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill Cookbook, the
celebrity chef invites you to join him in the kitchen of his famous
restaurant to learn the secrets of his of his signature contemporary
Southwestern cuisine.
Here are 150 recipes for the drinks, appetizers, soups, salads, main
dishes, sides, sauces, desserts, and brunch dishes that have earned
Bobby his reputation for creating innovative combinations and big, rich
flavors, including:
**- Grilled Asparagus and Goat Cheese Quesadillas with Tomato Jam and
Cilantro Yogurt
- Queso Fundido with Roasted Poblano Vinaigrette
- Sweet Potato and Roasted Plantain Soup with Smoked Chile Crema
- Grilled Shrimp Brushed with Smoked Chile Butter and Tomatillo Salsa
- Seared Tuna Tostado with Black Bean Mango Salsa
- Coffee-Rubbed Filets Mignons with Ancho-Mushroom Sauce
- Spicy Coconut Tapioca with Mango and Blackberries
**
Complete with a guide no tequila lover should be without, a list of
must-haves for the Southwestern pantry, menu suggestions for festive
occasions with friends and family, Bobby's pointers on basic cooking
techniques, and 100 full-color photographs, Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill
Cookbook helps you re-create the fun and flavors of Mesa Grill in your
own kitchen.
