We’re excited to introduce you to a brittle you’re going to crave and make over and over again! Sweet with a whisper of heat from cayenne pepper, Pepita Brittle is a delightful twist on the classic brittle, using pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds) instead of peanuts. This crunchy treat is perfect for fall and makes a […]
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Fall is in the air, and with it comes the return of all things pumpkin spice! But this season, instead of your typical latte, why not enjoy a cozy twist on a beloved traditional Mexican drink? Enter pumpkin spice horchata—a creamy, cinnamon-infused rice drink with a hint of autumn magic. Whether you’re hosting a fall […]
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Pumpkin, a quintessential autumn ingredient, can go far beyond lattes and pies…although those are yummy too. One of the most exciting ways to incorporate pumpkin into your seasonal cooking is by making pumpkin mole. This unique take on the traditional Mexican sauce adds a comforting twist that’s perfect for the cooler weather. What is […]
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This time of year is easily consumed with the smells of Autumn: apples, pumpkins, cinnamon, nutmeg, pine cones and wood fires. Even if the cool temperatures have yet to show themselves in Southern California, fall is here. Changing leaves, crisp fall air, migrating honking geese, and jumping into piles of freshly raked leaves may […]
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While this post is part of a sponsored DIME Media and General Mills campaign, the views expressed are my own. For Latino families the table is where we spend time with loved ones, and celebrate cherished family traditions while creating new ones. Determining what to serve, and how to serve it is important for busy […]
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I am a big fan of this new sweet pumpkin tamal recipe. I only make them at home as we don’t make sweet tamales anymore at our family’s annual tamalada. I kinda miss them, but only a handful of cousins and aunts actually like the sweet ones. Believe it or not, back in the day […]
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Calabaza en Tacha or candied pumpkin is a popular dessert during the holidays for many Latino families. The sweet aroma from the pumpkin, brown sugar and cinnamon while baking in the oven permeates the entire home of its goodness. It’s a great way to use up the pumpkin you had from Halloween and enjoy the […]
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