This is the first cookbook to explore the delicious delights of Hatch chiles, using authetic Hatch Chile products, which are marketed in grocery stores throughout the United States and are available by mail order. These easy-to-prepare Southwestern style recipes will appeal to the true "chilehead" and beginner alike. The Hatch Chile Cookbook also includes a history of chile growing in the Hatch region, along with the fascinating story of the town and its famous crop.