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The Frugal Gourmet, with chef Jeff Smith, is an amazingly thorough video collection with over 80 episodes that include food recipes from around the world. In each episode, Smith demonstrates several simple but important recipes. For this episode, visit the American Southwest for Native American-inspired cuisine. The dishes that are prepared include Carne Adovado, Blended Red Chile Pods, Beans with Chicos and Pork, Green Chile Stew with Pork, and Pesole with Pork. Smith not only cooks, but also discusses the theological and anthropological histories of the dishes he prepares. He brings humor and wide-ranging knowledge into the kitchen.