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Flower that is used to make a drink

It is a flower that is used to make a drink widely used throughout the country that is consumed as fresh water or tea. It is also use for some desserts like jams and ates.

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Soft sweet made from milk

It is a soft sweet made from milk, sugar and cinnamon, and walnuts, pine nuts, cinnamon or raisins can also be added. It can be made with goat's or cow's milk.

JERICALLA

Custard dessert made with milk and eggs

It is a custard dessert made with milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and sugar, it is a delicious cross between flan and creme brulee. This is a rich dessert originating in Jalisco, specifically from Guadalajara, it was created at the Hospicio Cabañas in the 19th century.

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Edible small stink bugs

They are edible small stink bugs native to the Taxco region of the state of Guerrero and taste like cinnamon. They were consumed since pre-Columbian times as a snack, a medicine, and an aphrodisiac. Due to analgesic and anesthetic properties, the bugs can numb a toothache or help alleviate pain from arthritis. They can be roasted, ground, mixed with salt and pepper, and used to season foods and sauces. Although you can also eat them in tacos.

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