Quote Originally Posted by ken1953
Rick, I guess I can't help but offer you some tips in more than one area!!! hehe...
I learned one very important lesson many years ago. The lesson is "SPICES". Learn to use them. I used to "overuse" them. But, when used in good proportions, they can really enhance any food. Also, when possible, use "fresh" herbs and spices. Preferably, grow your own, it's easy.
One last tip...Mexican food is the best food in the world, so learn, taco, burrito, enchiladas, tamales, and jalapeno's!!!!!!!! I expect a top notch mexican meal when I get out there!!!! and CalMex or TexMex don't count (yech)...hahahahahahaha
Ken
So I take it you're not a fan of ZTejas?!

You're right Ken, Mexican is the best food in the world. After about 10 months of living in Phoenix I finally have all the good Mexican places mapped out. Turns out, most of them are in the same family, ie Filibertos, Federicos, Rodolofos. Our second favorite is Thai, there is an incredible Thai place around the corner from us tucked into a shopping center.

Your message about using herbs brings me to the first tip I wanted to share with you guys:

"Special Eggs"
Scrambled eggs with an extra kick for flavor but adds no time
3 eggs
white cheeses (currently using a blend of Romano and Parm)
large "pinch" of Rosemary, broken into smaller pieces

That's it. The rosemary really gives it a neat taste imo. Curious about what you guys think. It doesn't seem to work with yellow cheese, btw.