Inés Anguiano
Associate Test Kitchen Manager
Milwaukee native Inés Anguiano draws on her Black American and first-generation Mexican roots to infuse every dish with cultural depth and vibrant flavor. Based in Brooklyn, she plays a key role in the test kitchen at Bon Appétit and Epicurious, overseeing daily operations.
Her portfolio features recipes like Easy Vegetarian Enchiladas, Luscious Banana Pudding, and Biscuits and Gravy—dishes that reflect both tradition and innovation. With each recipe, she weaves stories of heritage, technique, and flavor, proving that food is far more than sustenance—it’s identity.
Frijoles Peruanos (Peruvian Refried Beans)
Mayocobas, or canary beans, are the quick-cooking pantry ingredient you should know about.
Candied Purple Sweet Potatoes
Slowly roasting purple sweet potatoes in a sticky-sweet mixture of brown sugar and spices gives them a glossy sheen that’s as stunning as it is flavorful.
Luscious Banana Pudding
Layer homemade custard, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers under clouds of whipped cream for this iconic dessert.
Double-Tomato Focaccia
This no-knead knockout gets its punch from tomatoes in two different ways.
Horchata Overnight Oats
A big batch of overnight oats made with chopped almonds and mild rice milk that tastes just like horchata. An ideal and filling breakfast.
Pumpkin Lasagna Roll-Ups
That can of pumpkin purée in your cabinet is for more than just pie.
Huevos Rancheros
Warm tortillas, refried beans, sunny eggs, and a salsa you'll write home about.
Easy Vegetarian Enchiladas
This quick vegetarian enchiladas recipe doesn’t require individually dipping each tortilla in enchilada sauce.
Chorreadas
This refried-bean-slathered gordita with all the fixings is a Mazatlán specialty.
Posole Blanco
A form of the classic Mexican stew, white pozole is made without chiles, letting the meatiness of the broth and sweetness of the hominy shine.
Coffee-and-Bourbon-Braised Short Ribs
Instant espresso powder and smoky-sweet bourbon lend big flavor to a delectable braising liquid that begs to blanket a bowl of mashed potatoes.
Sake-and-Soy-Braised Pork Belly
Loosely inspired by the flavors of Japanese kakuni, this supple sticky-sweet and salty braised pork belly comes together in just one pot.
Mustardy Cider-Braised Pork Chops
Achieve cooked-all-day depth in under an hour with these tender pork chops, simmered in a rich cider gravy.
Mofongo
Mofongo is a garlicky, salty green-plantain-based dish hailing from the island of Puerto Rico, though it has woven itself into the cultural fabric of the Dominican Republic and parts of Cuba as well.
Baklava Cookies
A snickerdoodle-like exterior with a surprise filling of honey-sweetened, gently spiced pistachios.
Coquito
This classic take on the coconutty Puerto Rican cocktail features warming spices and a generous glug of rum.
Biscuits and Gravy
Tender buttermilk biscuits are the perfect vehicle to sop up creamy, velvety sausage gravy.
Mumbo Sauce
Slather this tangy, spicy, sweet condiment all over chicken wings, french fries, and more.
Jerk Shrimp With Pineapple Salad
Store-bought Jamaican jerk seasoning paste serves as a marinade for juicy grilled shrimp in this simple summer dinner with minimal prep time.
Citrusy, Peanutty Pork With Rice Noodles
Inspired by salsa de cacahuate, this delightful sauce is spicy, rich, and velvety.