Chocolate has a place in my kitchen and my heart because that is where my chocolate desserts are born: for my friends, family and my beau. Stephen has his favorite desserts that aren’t always chocolate, such as cheesecake, tres leches cake, crème brûlée, etc. And while he has had his far share, it’s important not […]
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This is our simple, yet flavorful recipe for al pastor. The traditional trompo is fantastic but if you don’t have one handy, you can grill, roast or pan fry for that same sweet, tangy, smoky goodness that you’d expect from al pastor tacos. With that in mind, I replaced the traditional orange juice for pineapple […]
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This shop has been compensated by Inmar Intelligence and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Food4Less #TraditionsToCelebrate Dia de los Muertos continues to grow in popularity in the United States. It’s a beautiful tradition when families remember loved ones who have passed. It is a time to reflect and call the spirits back. The holiday, […]
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A beautiful, vibrant hue of magenta pink tantalizes your eyes while the flavor of Prickly Pear Agua Fresca quenches your thirst and delights your tastebuds. That’s the only way to describe the Mexican-style beverage. Prickly Pears are the fruit of nopales cactus. They come in a variety of shades from deep red to greenish-white. The […]
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This post is brought to you by Bob’s Red Mill. All opinions and expressions are our own. Oh, how times have changed. While baking these rainbow-colored Mexican sweet breads called “conchas,” memories flooded in from Pride Months of the past. But before I go down that road, let me tell you more about the Pride […]
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This is a sponsored post by Tastefully Simple. However, all expressions and comments are our own. We stand by their products. Don’t forget to use this LFTS10 Code to get a 10% discount good through June 30, 2021. It has been a tough year and a half so finally being able to invite people over […]
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During the past year living in lockdown mode due to a global pandemic, I found myself craving a good Mexican breakfast. What better way to start the day at home than with comfort dishes like Chorizo con Huevos, Machaco con Huevos, Huevos con Nopalitos, Huevos Rancheros, Papas con Chorizo, and cheese and vegetable filled omelets? […]
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The Oscars come once a year and like other “holidays” it’s a moment in time to make some delicious snacks for friends and family. We are sharing one of our new favorite snacks called Tequila Lime Chile Caramel Popcorn. Art and I will be sitting in front of the tube watching all the fashion hits […]
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Here’s a recipe idea for your leftover corned beef roast – Corned Beef Tacos. Pour yourself a good Irish whiskey cocktail and perhaps the lucky leprechaun will come to visit you. The week before St. Patrick’s Day the price of corned beef always goes down so I make sure to buy a large enough roast […]
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Do you want full-flavored, delicious dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? Maybe even for Lent? Then this Veracruz style fish recipe is for you. It is full of aromatic favorites like onion and garlic, spices like oregano and cumin and a basic can of crushed tomatoes. What makes this sauce special are the […]
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