Today, I am going to share with you my most recent obsession. Black beans! Every time I make them, I say I am going to freeze them so
Vegan/Vegetarian
Tacos de Migas/Migas Tacos
If migas are good, “Tacos de Migas” are extra good! This is my all-time favorite breakfast; I would also eat it for lunch and dinner if I could.
Potato Tacos with homemade Salsa Roja
These potato tacos are truly a gem! Making them couldn’t be easier. They are absolutely delicious, too! The potatoes are cooked in a rich tomato and guajillo sauce,
Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños
These delicious peppers bring so many good memories! I am from Monterrey, Mex. where Carne Asada is notonly a dish, but also a party. I think here, it
Molletes
Mollete is a toasted open face sandwich (bolillo) topped with refried beans and melty cheese and served with pico de gallo or salsa. It is so popular in
Traditional Churros
Who new churros would be so easy to make and with mostly pantry ingredients! I love making churros for my family and get creative with a variety of
Southwest Stuffed Peppers
Growing up in Mexico I had no idea what Southwest flavors were but once I moved to Texas and had my first taste I was hooked. I love
The Best Baked Oatmeal
Oatmeal is one of my all-time favorite breakfasts. It is filling, nutritious, good for your gut, helps reduce cholesterol and it is so delicious! But even when I
Easy Chopped Salad
This salad is one of my favorite things to always have in the fridge. Not only is work great with so many things but it also tastes better
Buttermilk Waffles
Everyone’s favorite breakfast finally made it to the blog. Buttermilk waffles are what Saturday morning are all about. Nothing brings the family together (and out of their beds)
Polenta Cakes
#sponsored content Polenta cakes are always so much to make and eat. They take a few steps, but they are very simple and so worth the wait! These
Easy Minestrone Soup
This soup has quickly become one of my favorite soups. Minestrone is not only extremely easy to make but it is also delicious, nutritious, comforting and great to
Tapenade with Toasted Bread
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
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
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
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,
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
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.
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
Roasted Pepper and Tomato Soup
I love tomato soup, it is one of my favorite ways to eat tomatoes (considering I don’t like tomatoes very much) but I am very particular about the
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
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
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
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
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
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
Creamy Penne Pasta with Spinach
Who needs meat when you have a rich, creamy, cheesy pasta dish like this one. Today is #meatlessmonday done right with my “Creamy Penne with Spinach” served with
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
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
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
Easy Chocolate Cupcakes
Happy Monday! And just like that Spring Break is over and Easter is only a few weeks away. I am still on baking mode and I have one
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
Air Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi (Trader Joe’s)
Here’s a quick, delicious and healthy idea for #meatlessmonday. Air Fryer Cauliflower gnocchi. TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi has become a staple in my house, more now that I’ve finally
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
Pumpkin Oatmeal Scones
Here is my latest obsession “Pumpkin Oatmeal Scones with Cinnamon Glaze” I am not too late to get into the pumpkin game, am I? I just love making
Creamy Cauliflower Gnocchi/Paleo, Whole30, Keto
I finally did it. I tried the famous Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi. I don’t know why it took me such a long time to try it but I
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
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
Mexican Chocolate Banana Muffins/ Paleo
Have you started craving warm flavors as we get closer to fall? I am! I start craving spices so much. Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Clove. They are all so close
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
Panzanella with Gluten Free Bread
Panzanella is an Italian Salad made with bread, tomatoes, onions and garden vegetables such as cucumbers and bell peppers. It is the dream summer salad. I was very
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
Mushroom Picadillo Tostadas/Vegan Picadillo/Tostadas
Creating recipes if probably my favorite part about food blogging. I love making classic dishes with unexpected ingredients and when the result is exactly what I was going
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,
Cauliflower Wild Rice
This is a great way to use those vegetables that are looking a little sad, “Cauliflower Wild Rice” I came up with this recipe because one, I needed
Guava Smoothie/Dairy Free
Have you had Guava before? If you like tropical fruits and you haven’t had Guava, you are missing out. Guava is a the top of my favorite fruits,
Chilaquiles Rojos
This is one of Mexico’s favorite breakfast, “Chilaquiles”. Crispy corn tortilla smothered in a delicious red salsa made with tomatoes and Guajillo pepper. Even when they always look
Lentil Vegetable Soup
Soups to me have a magic factor. The moment you start eating it, it warms you up inside and makes you feel cozy. It is a popular believe
Greek Salad and Falafel Naan
Meatless Monday never look so fresh! Here is one tasty and incredibly easy idea, “Greek Salad and Falafel Naan”. Cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes and olives; fresh, crisp and