What a treat to be able to whip up some Bean Tostadas for a quick, satisfying dinner! I ate six of these for dinner a few nights ago. Yes, six 🙂 And it was one of the best meals I've had in awhile. I hope you decide to try out a version of these in...
Improvised Pot Beans -- Frijoles de Olla
I used to be so strict when making pot beans at home, but not so much any more! Now I just improvise and make them whenever I run out. That means the ingredient list will vary, but the result seems to be surprisingly consistent, so I hope this post inspires you to make a batch...
Easy Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas
Need a quick meal for rushed weeknights? These Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas want to apply for the job! They are easy to make, super satisfying, and more than willing to accommodate what you've got on hand in the kitchen. Sound too good to be true? How To Make Black Bean Enchiladas...
Easy Cinco de Mayo Recipes
This coming Thursday is Cinco de Mayo...a perfect time to try something new in the kitchen! But scrambling for ingredients Thursday after work is not allowed, that's too stressful! Just find a recipe below that appeals to you and add those ingredients to your weekly shopping list. Then when Thursday rolls around you'll be ready...
Taqueria Style Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots
I'm on a pickled craze lately so I'm re-posting these Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots. Have you tried these yet?! These beauties work wonders on tacos, tostadas, eggs, even sandwiches, and there's also a good chance you'll find yourself munching on the pickled carrots throughout the day. The quick pickling technique is so simple and you...
Spicy Chicken Tinga
Getting loads of Tinga questions lately so I'm updating this spicy version to include the brine-and-bake method. Yes, you can still poach the chicken if you want, but lately I just give it a quick brine and then plop it in the oven. Please give it a try as the brine makes it dee-licious! ...
Holiday Crowd Pleasers -- 12 Easy Mexican Recipes
Need some munchers for your holiday gatherings? These are the best options for the middle of the appetizer table -- just plop 'em down and your friends and family will be smiling until the last bite. And feel free to double or triple these recipes if you need a big batch for larger...
Poblano Corn Soup (Vegan)
Here's an update to the site's most debated recipe! The original Poblano Soup has divided the world into two: those who love it, and those who think it's way too spicy. This version is vegan, gluten-free, and the addition of corn dilutes the heat a little bit. I hope these adjustments get the other half...
Delicious Carnitas Recipe
I'm re-posting these Carnitas in hopes that you'll consider them for a unique holiday meal! They are a genuine crowd pleaser and if you start off by brining the pork you're in for a real treat -- even just an hour in the brine is a gamechanger. And don't forget that you can get...
What Can I Make with Poblano Chiles? 10 Easy Recipes
Got any extra Poblano chiles laying around? You may be surprised how useful they can be! I'll list 10 recipes below that will poblanomite your kitchen, but first I want to mention a couple tricks to keep in mind when using these beauties. If you're new to Poblanos, don't forget that you'll want to roast...