I've been in tostada heaven the past few weeks! These Ground Beef Tostadas are the latest incarnation -- they are tremendously satisfying and a welcome upgrade to the beef hardshell tacos I grew up with 🙂 How To Make Ground Beef Tostadas So why so many tostadas lately? Well...I think it's the ratio! The fixings-to-tortilla...
Main Dish
Here are my site's recipes that can be used as a Main Dish! Lots of great options here for dinner but keep an eye out for the Picadillo and the Slow Cooker Carnitas.
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...
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...
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! ...
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...
Enchiladas Suizas -- Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Green Sauce
I've been overflowing with tomatillos lately so these Enchiladas Suizas have been in my kitchen non-stop over the past couple weeks. They are wildly satisfying so if you're new to them please consider giving them a go. But don't sweat the chicken too much as you'll be getting loads of flavor from the Suiza sauce!...
Taco Bar for 20
Got a big crew to feed? This Taco Bar for 20 has something for everyone and will let your peeps build their masterpiece one taco at a time. I've made versions of this Taco Bar regularly for the past few years and I finally took some pics of it! It's always a keeper and it...