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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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
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
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,
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.
Easy Candy Corn Fudge
Fall indulgence is here! I am starting off with this super easy candy corn fudge. White chocolate mixed with condensed milk, and scented with a little orange extract
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
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.
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
Mocha Ice Pops
Today, I bring you the perfect afternoon snack/pick me up for these hot, hot summer days! The sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder make these ice pops creamy,
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
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%
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
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
3 Ingredients Mango Ice cream (No-Churn)
“ Summer is around the corner and this weekend we got a little taste of it here in Texas. What better way to cool down than homemade ice cream!
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
Banana Baked Oatmeal Bars
Here’s a perfect healthy snack on the go for this buy Spring Break Week. If you love soft oatmeal bars, you are going to love these ones. I
Classic Churros
Nothing gets better than a freshly made churro. So comforting and delicious they take me right back home from the very first bite. These Classic Churros are so
Tahini and Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie
These past weeks have been all about comfort for me and baking is one way I can get it. Knowing that you can make a delicious cookie by
Classic Buttermilk Biscuits
Because 2020 is the year of comfort food…I give you my “Classic Buttermilk Biscuits” I found this recipe on the Internet many years ago, way before food bloggers
Candy Corn Sugar Cookies
This is the first treat I have made in weeks! I’ve been trying to be good you guys but Halloween is here and we all need a little
Roasted Potato and Poblano Salad
Potato Salad is one of my all time favorite dishes. It feels like a treat to me. It is so comforting I can’t get enough. I love making
Turkey Meatballs with Spicy Ketchup/ Air Fryer
These Turkey meatballs are so tasty! I love making them in the air fryer because they cook faster and I don’t have to deal with frying them in
Spicy Ketchup/ Paleo, Whole30.
There are many Paleo and Whole30 compliant brands of condiments out there but let’s be hones, they are pricy! Most of them are quite simple to make and
Easy Charro Beans
This is my favorite way to make quick and easy “Charro Beans” without compromising flavor. This recipe has been approve by my friends are family members over the
Green Bean Salad with Tahini Dressing
Talking about easy, convenient and delicious. This “Green Bean Salad with Tahini dressing” is one of my favorite summer side dishes. Tender green beans, sweet tomatoes and red
Spicy Pickled Onions/ Escabeche
Onions, carrots and Jalapeño. These are the pickled vegetables I grew up eating. There was always a jar in the fridge and we would get them out at
Homemade Cinnamon Nut Granola
I developed this recipe many years ago. It is a very simple and fool proof recipe. I have adjusted it many times depending on the ingredients I have
Summer Vegetable Couscous
As much as I am ready for fall (anyone else?) I am still ejoying all the summer produce and loving coming up with new, light recipes. Some times
Honey Nut Banana Nice Cream
Nice cream is a healthy way to make Ice Cream using frozen bananas as the base ingredient. It is a no churn method, you just need a good
Crispy Pepper Rings with Spicy Crema/ Air Fryer
I have been enjoying my Air Fryer so much lately! I love how quickly it cooks vegetables, and that brown crispy finished is just so pretty. I have
Chile de Arbol Salsa
If you haven’t had a “Chile de Arbol Salsa” or tried Chile de Arbol you’re missing out big time! Chile de Arbol is one of Mexico’s iconic chilies,
Street Corn Macaroni Salad
You are really going to love this one, “Street Corn Macaroni Salad” it has everything we love about about Street Corn. Grilled corn of course, Mexican crema, cotija
Ceviche the Pescado/ Fish Ceviche
Ceviche, percet summer dish. This dish is so fresh and bright, I can’t get enough! I love making it for company and serve it as an appetizer, or
Agua de Horchata.
Agua de Horchata is one of the most popular drinks in Mexico, and it is totally understandable. Horchata is a sweet drink with hints of cinnamon and vanilla.
Cauliflower and Red Cabbage Rice
I’ve been enjoying Red Cabbage so much lately! One of the things I’ve learned in this whole COVID-19 experience is that you have to be resourceful and creative
Easter Treats
Then you blink and it is Easter. It took me by surprise, I seriously had lost the concept of time. This is our 4th week of quarantine and
Fried Sweet Plantains
I think I can eat these “Fried Sweet Plantains” every day! I just love their sweet flavor and texture. I pan fried these plantains in lots of butter
No-Bake Tahini and Chocolate Granola Bars
Running out of snack ideas? Here’s one healthy and delicious snack that will please every family member. This is one of the my oldest treasures, I found it
Homemade Flour Tortillas
I have to confess I had not made flour tortillas in so long, I was a little nervous about it but they turned out so good! They always
Banana Chocolate Chip Bread/Paleo
I can’t tell you how many versions of banana bread I’ve made these last couple of weeks! I’ve been on a baking frenzy and I’m sure I am
Crispy Butternut Squash strings with Chipotle dressing
I feel like I have some explaining to do. I originally bought Butternut squash noodles to make them with spaghetti sauce, you know, the usual. I don’t know
Baked Tostones and Guacamole
this “Baked Tostones” are by far the easiest version of tostones I have ever made! and probably the healthiest too. Traditional tostones are twice deep fried, the first
Roasted Sausage and Mashed Potatoes
The easiest, most delicious and pretties weeknight diner has arrived, “Roasted Sausage and Mashed Potatoes”. Every time I do my grocery list I always add smoked sausage, It
Tuna Egg Salad Boats
Finally the weekend! Also, Spring Break has officially started. I’ve already seen blue bonnets on the side of the road and that makes me so happy. I am
Brussels Sprouts Wrapped in Bacon
This is one super easy and delicious appetizer, “Brussels Sprouts Wrapped in Bacon” We already know how well these two go together so this is a fool proof
Banana Nut Chia Pudding
It’s a chia pudding kind of morning. I love breakfast that you can just make at night, leave it in the fridge and enjoy it in the morning.
Blistered Shishito Peppers
I’ve seen these peppers going around Instagram for quite a while and I’ve been wanting to make them so bad! I love blistered peppers of course but I
Rise and Shine Smoothie/Dairy Free
I just realized that I’ve never posted a smoothie! I have no idea why, I really love them, they’re delicious and so convenient. You can blend your favorite
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Because, how many versions of hummus are enough? I have not yet found the answer. It is one of the most versatile snacks there is. This is “Roasted
Easiest Homemade Pizza
To be totally honest, I wasn’t planning on posting this pizza recipe because after all it is not my recipe, I didn’t even make the pizza sauce! I
Potato and Egg Salad with Roasted Red Peppers
You know I love classics, I do! But I always feel the need to add something unexpected, or give it my personal touch. Just like this “Potato and
Cauliflower Mash/ 5 Ingredientes
I started making cauliflower mash a couple of years ago when It was all the hype. To my surprise it was incredibly delicious and I immediately fell in
Oatmeal Banana Muffins/Sugar Free
I just can’t get away from baked goods! Good thing there are delicious treats that don’t compromise the good eating habits most of us are working very hard
Lentil Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
I am bringing Lentils back, woohoo! (to my kitchen) I am rediscovering my love for whole grains and legums. I’ve came to the realization that it is a
Mediterranean Roasted Veggies
This is one simple dish but so versatile and delicious. “Mediterranean Roasted Veggies” Seasoned with balsamic vinegar, olive oil and oregano it is a perfect complement to pastas,
Spicy Black-eyed Peas
It is New Years Eve, y’all! I have my “Spicy Black-eyed Peas” ready for tomorrow. It is a Southern tradition, and a very delicious one too.Why? Because the
Easy Apple Tart
For some reason (because it’s perfectly delicious) I always like to make an apple dessert when I have friends over. I have made many versions of it but