Much of the gastronomic tradition of the Day of the Dead focuses on sugar skulls and pan de muerto, but there is more. Another of our traditions is to place our beloved deceased's favorite recipes on the altars, and traditionally, those dishes come with rich typical Mexican recipes. Today we bring you five different ones to nourish the souls of those who have departed. Chicken with mole One of the recipes traditionally cooked for the altars is mole. It is not only a delicious and classic preparation, but also a favorite of many Mexicans for its complexity of flavors and texture. The good thing about this recipe is that it is ready in 45 minutes, thus avoiding the work of making a traditional mole that takes much longer. Traditional hot chocolate Don't forget a delicious warm drink for these cold days when the souls of our beloved departed wander through the house. It is a 100% classic recipe that can be enjoyed by both children and adults, and it can be shared with family while creating the altar. The recipe only needs three ingredients and is ready in 10 minutes. Mole de olla It is said that on the Day of the Dead, one should prepare hot dishes that exude a rich aroma to attract the dead from the world of the living, and what better than a delicious boiling mole de olla. It is a complete, warm, and family-friendly recipe that deserves a place on any altar and can also be enjoyed at the table to celebrate this very Mexican and folkloric day. Café de olla Returning to typical warm Mexican drinks, we find this traditional café de olla sweetened with piloncillo. This quick version with five ingredients is great for large gatherings, especially when family comes together on a cold November night. Pour the coffee into a traditional clay pot, and it will perfectly adorn your altar. Vanilla and chocolate conchas Something very typical in Mexico is to enjoy a delicious sweet bread, and one of the most traditional is the concha. It is great on its own, but tastes even better dipped in hot chocolate or café de olla, like the ones we mentioned in this note. Furthermore, conchas are ideal for altars because they last a long time, maintain their shape, and undoubtedly pay tribute to the tradition of November 2nd.