Book excerpt: Although the tastes are rich and complex, southwestern cooking is really very simple.Authentic Southwestern Cooking includes all the favorites from delicious standards like chicken enchiladas and caldo to tasty Indian fry bread and empanadas. Author Lynn Nusom's straightforward directions help you enjoy the food of the Southwest at home. A handy pantry section shows you how to find ingredients, or substitutes, wherever you live. And color photographs show you how to present the meals with panache. They are all here; burritos, nachos, guacamole, flan, and many more. Some of the tastiest cooking in the world developed from the blending of the Indian and Spanish cultures.Authentic Southwestern Cooking brings this delicious food to you in a simple, clear format.