Tapenade is a French dip or spread made out of olives and capers. A good extra virgin olive oil like Bertolli Extra Virgen Olive Oil is essential, a
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Calabacita Stuffed Peppers
Calabacitas is a traditional Mexican dish that consist in sauteing onions, garlic, corn, tomatoes and of course, calabacitas. There are a couple of very popular dishes using this
Bean and Chorizo Breakfast Bowl
Beans and chorizo are without a doubt one of my favorite things to eat for breakfast ever since I was a kid. Just give me a good flour
Carrot Muffins
What can you do when you accidently add a 5lb bag of carrots to your grocery delivery order? Make carrot muffins! This recipe will be on repeat for
White Chocolate and Peppermint Sugar Cookies
These cookies are one of our favorite Holiday treats. My kids and I love peppermint (my husband, not so much but we gladly take his portion) and we
Spicy Black Bean Soup
The temperatures dropped quite a bit over the weekend here in San Antonio, and when the weather is cool like this all I can think of is having
Condensed Milk Cookies
Cookie season is here! That means baking lots and lots of cookies. I like cookies that have just a few ingredients and are very easy to make. These
Broccoli and Rice Fritters
We can’t get enough of these fritters! Very similar taste than classic Broccoli and Rice casserole only more fun to eat and even better, they are made with
Ancho Pork Chili
I Love making different versions of chili. Traditional or not, there’s no way to go wrong. Like this “Ancho Pork Chili” The Ancho peppers give this chili a
Butternut Squash Grits with Crispy Bacon and Sage
Give the mash potatoes a break and try this delicious Butternut Squash Grits with Crispy Bacon and Sage. Creamy and cheesy grits flavored with sweet butternut squash and
Cornbread Stuffing
As you might now, I was born and raised in the Northeast of Mexico. Thanksgiving isn’t a tradition where I come from but once I moved to Texas,
Pumpkin Cheescake Bars
Have you started planning your Thanksgiving dinner yet? Well, here is a delicious option you can add to your menu “Pumpkin Cheescake Bars” I love the combination of
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
I love this version of Mac and Cheese. It is not only delicious and cheesy but it also feels so much lighter than a traditional mac and cheese
Caramel Apple Jack-o’-Lantern Pies
It is almost Halloween and that means all things fun and spooky and these Caramel Apple Jack-o’-Lantern hand pies fit right in. They are so much fun to
Nutella and Sea Salt Brownies
Super indulgent and rich Nutella and Sea Salt brownies that have become my newest obsession. I know this is the end of October and I should be baking
Air Fryer Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings
Air fryer chicken are game changer and my family’s favorite way to make chicken wings. Not only cook in 25 minutes, which is half the time they take
Spicy Corn Ribs with Chipotle Dip
I finally gave in. Ever since these corn ribs became viral I wanted to make them so bad! They look so pretty and are super fun to eat.
Pastel de Piña con Crema/Cream and Pineapple Cake
Disclaimer: This blog post contains paid partnership Let’s talk about family traditions. This cake right here represents every birthday and special celebration in my family. Requested and loved
Sopa de Conchitas/Pasta Shell Soup
Fall is finally here! What better way to celebrate than Sopa de Conchitas. Ok, let’s be honest; we, Mexicans eat hot soups and caldo in the middle of
Flautas de Pollo/Chicken Flautas
Disclaimer: This blog post contains #sponsored content Flautas de Pollo is one of my favorite dishes and it is also one full of nostalgia. Every time I make
Creamy Chipotle Chicken
Oh, this Chipotle sauce! Creamy, luscious, smoky, spicy… You would think by looking at it that it has a lot of cream or butter in it but no,
Carne Guisada (Cortadillo de Res)
Oh, how I love this dish! It can’t be any easier and delicious. You just need a handful of ingredients and a heavy pot to make this super
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Sandwiches
Fall is my favorite season. As soon as the calendar says September 1st I want to take all my pumpkins out and decorate my house. I want to
Parmesan Croutons
You will never throw away left over bread again after you try these croutons. Store bought croutons are one of those things that don’t make sense to me.
Spicy Shrimp and Brown Rice Salad
Light, nutty, spicy and delicious. This is “Spicy Shrimp and Brown Rice Salad” The brow rice is mixed with a slaw made with cabbage, peppers, green onions and
Double Chocolate Banana Muffins/ Paleo
I feel like it’s been a minute since I posted a Paleo baking good and what better way to come back than with my “Double Chocolate Banana Muffins”.
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa (Molcajete)
So, I decided to dust off my Molcajete (mortar and pestle) and make salsa. If you didn’t know Molcajete is an essential part of every Mexican kitchen that
Sweet Chili Salmon with easy Cucumber Salad
This is the first time I made salmon in the air fryer and I am never going back. The flavor and texture of the salmon is incredible! I
Vegan Peach and Blackberry crumble
Fruit desserts are my favorite type of dessert (sorry, chocolate) and from all the different options crumbles are definitely on top of my list. They are not only
Rosemary Lemon Chicken with White Beans
I hope you are ready for the most beautiful and delicious roasted chicken. This is my “Rosemary Lemon Chicken with White Beans” Juicy, tender and cooked to perfection.
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
“Air Fryer Hasselback potatoes” Fancy looking and totally delicious. One of my favorite things to cook in the air fryer are definitely potatoes, they always come out golden
Soft Oatmeal Almond Cookies
I used to think oatmeal cookies were all healthy. They are made with oatmeal after all, right? The truth is that a good oatmeal cookie is packed with
Tuna Stuffed Peppers with Escabeche
Escabeche is a cooking method that uses oil, vinegar and spices, it is very similar to pickling and very popular in Mexico. Escabeche is what makes this dish
German Potato Salad
Potato Salad is one of my all time favorite salads. I love pretty much every version of it but this “German Potato Salad” has a special place in
Cornmeal Crusted Chicken Tenders
“These chicken tenders are glorious! They might look simple but they are delicious” That’s my oldest daughter’s introduction to this recipe. She loves helping and she is 100%
Turkey and Cheese Taquitos
Fried taquito night is everyone’s favorite! What can be more delicious than a fried tortilla filled with meat and cheese, right? My kids are now old enough to
Pay de Queso/Cheese Pie
This is a recipe that’s been in my family for many, many years and it is probably one of the first things me and my sisters learned to
Green Chicken Enchiladas
Finally, my Green Chicken Enchilada recipe is here! Just like every respectable Mexican, I love enchiladas with a passion. There is nothing like good, authentic, all from scratch
Mushroom and Spinach Quesadillas
Here is the ultimate #meatlessmonday meal “Mushroom and Spinach Quesadillas” These quesadillas are gluten free, made with Orange Corn Flour and using a traditional tortilla recipe which makes
Green Chicken Tamale Pie
This Green chicken Tamale Pie has all the flavor and comfort from Mexican Tamales but without all the work and hours of cooking time. This Texmex dish quickly
Southwest Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch
This is a recipe you want to save! You are going to love my Southwest Egg Rolls with Avocado Ranch. I used left overs rotisserie chicken which made
Orange Flan
Flan is a very popular dessert in Latin America. It was originally introduced to Mexico by the Spanish who are responsible for improving it by topping it with
Vegetable Fritters With Yogurt Dip
You are going to love this Gluten Free version of “Vegetable Fritters” If you are growing a garden or just want to clean your produce basket, this recipe
Buffalo Chicken Flat Bread
Who doesn’t love a meal that not only can be put together in 15 minutes but it also tastes like you spend a lot of time cooking it?
Tomato Tart
Is anybody else getting into lighter and fresher foods? I love eating seasonal meals and this “Tomato Tart” did not disappoint! I found some beautiful hairloom tomatoes at
Picadillo con Papas/ Picadillo and Potatoes
We’ve been getting so much rain this past week in Texas that the weather has cooled down considerably. 66 degrees in Texas is fall weather, y’all. I can’t
Mexican Corn Cake/ Gluten Free
I think I have made more Pastel de Elote in the last month than in my whole entire life. I have re-discovered my love for this tradicional Mexican
Grits Breakfast Bowl
This grits bowl have all the components of a hearty, filling and delicious breakfast. Sweet potato hash, sunny side up egg and beautiful Orange Corn grits. I cooked
Easy Corn Flour Crepes
Happy Friday, friends! I have very exciting news to share with you. I am collaborating with @professor_torberts creating a series of recipes with their products. I’ve been working
Crispy Chicken Drumsticks/ Air Fryer
Any plans for Friday night? What about a juicy, crispy, delicious chicken that is done 30 minutes? This is my “Crispy chicken drumsticks” Dredged in a mix of
Triple Berry Almond Galette
Berry season is finally here! I’ve been getting the most delicious strawberries and blueberries at my local grocery store and I just couldn’t wait to make this “Triple
Mushrooms Quesadillas
Here is a perfect plan for #meatlessmonday. Mushroom quesadillas are of my favorite vegetarian dishes. Not only because they are delicious but because they are so easy to
Pan de Elote/ Mexican Corn Cake
Pan de Elote is a cake made with fresh corn, eggs, flour and condensed milk. It is very moist and mildly sweet with an intense corn flavor. This
Green Pork Tacos/Salsa Verde Pork Tacos
Pork butt/shoulder is one of my favorite things to make, specially when I am trying to stock my freezer for easy warm up and go meals. That is
Banana Bread with Pecan Streusel
I am going to give you three big reasons why this Banana bread is incredibly delicious and you should drop everything and make it right.now. Ready? It is
Soft Pretzels
Oh, the smell of a freshly baked pretzel! You know, when you go to the mall and walked by Auntie Anne’s… the smell of those pretzels is like
Sugar Cookies
We are having a very busy week at hour house. Between installing a new roof and replacing our whole cover patio I didn’t think I was going to
Red Beans and Rice
My husband had been requesting this meal for quite a long time and I finally decided to give it a try and make it from scratch. Even when
Sheet Pan Chicken Bites
It is a big accomplishment to make something my picky kids approve and authorize to include in our dinners rotation. I don’t believe in kids food and grown
Chili Lime Salmon Tacos
As I promised on my last post, here are my Salmon Tacos. I know it’s not taco Tuesday but any day is a good day to eat and