Instead of thinking of the Tomato-Tomatillo Salsa as the final touch on these Bean and Rice Tostadas, it's better to think of it as the starting point! You can make so many quick meals with a freshly made Salsa, and this meal is proof of that. I hope this post inspires you to try out...
Easy Mexican Recipes Using Beans
Beans are one of the most versatile Mexican ingredients but don't limit them to the side dish realm! You can easily turn them into a full meal if you want to. Keep an eye out for the Molletes and the all-important How To Make Refried Beans.
Quick Charro Beans Dinner
Here's another easy weeknight meal I've been making lately: Quick Charro Beans Dinner. Charro Beans have a full, hearty flavor, and if you serve 'em up with some loaded tortillas then it quickly becomes a satisfying meal. Feel free to get creative with the crispy, cheesy tortillas -- that's partly what makes me look forward...
Easy Breakfast Tostadas
This is a typical starting point for my quick-n-easy meals lately: That's a half batch of these refried beans waiting patiently on the top shelf in the fridge. Twenty minutes later I was eating these Bean and Egg Tostadas: When you pair the beans with a warm, crispy tostada shell then you've got the ideal...
Easy Mexican Beans and Rice Soup
This easy Beans and Rice Soup is on repeat for me lately! It's such a simple recipe, but when you build it from scratch it is tremendously satisfying. It's also quite versatile so feel free to plop some other veggies in there if you want 🙂 How To Make Mexican Beans and Rice Soup The...
Charro Bean Tostadas
These Charro Bean Tostadas have been my lunch for the past four days. And I'm still not tired of them 🙂 Keep some Charro Beans in the fridge and meals like this will come together in a matter of minutes. And they taste better than all the takeout options near me. And they are significantly...
What Can I Make With a Can of Beans? 12 Mexican Recipes
Keep a few cans of beans in the pantry and you'll always have easy access to these 12 Mexican recipes. And you're not allowed to have any guilt for using canned beans! When you're loading up your beans with this much flavor then it doesn't matter if you're starting with canned or home-cooked beans. I...
Quick Bean Dip For Dinner
Save this Bean Dip recipe for those hangry weeknights when nothing sounds good. It's easy, satisfying, and dee-licious -- the perfect way to to spice up your kitchen routine when it needs it most! And did I mention it's cheap? Dinner this good for a couple bucks is a real treat. How To Make Quick...
Bean Tostadas with Avocado, Queso Fresco, and Homemade Salsa
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...