Outdoor Mexican Grill Party

This Mexican-inspired menu from Lanny Lancarte, chef and owner of Lanny's Alta Cocina Mexicana in Fort Worth, Texas, adds a south-of-the-border flair to traditional alfresco entertaining.

Shirley Harrington, Southern Living Foods Editor

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Grilled Artichokes and Asparagus

Though artichokes and asparagus might not seem like they jive with the rest of this Mexican menu, Lanny thought they'd be a great vegetable side anyway! To eat artichokes like a pro, pull each leaf through your teeth to enjoy the tender portion on the bottom of the leaf.

Recipe: Grilled Artichokes and Asparagus

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