Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday this is celebrated not only in Mexico, but also in countries around the world. While many people think that this holiday is a Mexican Independence Day, this is not the case. It is actually the celebration of the victory the Mexicans won over the French during the Battle of Pueblo. Their official Independence Day is not until September.

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo

People celebrate Cinco de Mayo to celebrate Mexican pride and heritage. Celebrations usually include live Mexican music, fantastic foods and lots of joy and laughter. If you are Jewish and want to celebrate your Mexican heritage then there are several ways to create Kosher Mexican dishes for your Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Another recipe we received from Carin during Thanksgiving this is sooo good and a very nice surprise since it is spiked with whiskey. Definitely not something for a kids’ party but a good one for an all adults party. I need to archive them here before I forget and of course share it with all our wonderful readers.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Tennessee Whiskey
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1 lb frozen bread dough, thawed
• 1 tbsp melted butter
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar

We had this lovely dessert casserole at my friend Carin’s place this past Thanksgiving it was heavenly! Carin was super generous with the pecans and that turned out super.

Ingredients

1. 3 cups sweet taters (cooked, peeled & mashed)
2. 1 cup sugar
3. 2 eggs
4. 1 tbsp vanilla
5. 1/2 cup butter, melted

Topping Ingredients

1. 1 cup packed brown sugar
2. 1/2 cup flour
3. 1 cup chopped pecans
4. 1/3 cup butter, melted

Method:

• Combine taters, sugar, light beaten eggs, vanilla and butter, mix well.
• Pour into a 1.5 qt casserole.