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Costillas Al Achiote (Pork Ribs in Achiote)

October 16, 2019

Costillas al achiote translates to ribs in achiote. Achiote comes from the bright colored annatto seeds. Achiote has a mild earthy flavor and it's distinct bright red color is unmistakable. Cochinita pibil and pork al pastor are just two of the popular Mexican recipes that come to mind when I think of achiote. And not only for costillas, achiote marinades are delicious on chicken and seafood too!Scroll down to see and read about some of the other delicious recipes prepared with ...

Homemade Queso Fresco (Queso Casero)

October 14, 2019

Homemade queso fresco (queso casero), is much easier than you ever imagined! You need three ingredients! Three ingredients and you can be enjoying this homemade queso fresco tomorrow!Yes, you ...

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Green Chile Beef and Potatoes. Guisados.

October 10, 2019

I celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by preparing simple dishes like this recipe for green chile beef and potato. Recipes, like this guisado, are passed down from generation to generation. The most ...

Pasta in Guajillo Salsa

October 9, 2019

Pasta in guajillo salsa is an easy meal for any night of the week. Take some help from a few canned tomato products and enjoy this guajillo salsa tonight! Is it a salsa or a sauce? In Mexico, it would ...

Bisquets-Mexican Bakery Sweet Biscuits

September 7, 2019

Bisquets or biscuits, is the word that describes these home cook's version of this popular pan dulce(sweet bread). When I was a kid and my parents would walk in with that paper bag full of pan dulce, ...

Squash Blossom Quesadillas

August 24, 2019

Authentic squash blossom quesadillas are very easy to prepare. How do I prepare a squash blossom quesadilla? I start with a fresh pressed corn tortilla. I add my favorite melting cheese and just ...

Potato Tacos (Tacos de Papa)

August 20, 2019

Potato Tacos? Yes! One of the most popular tacos throughout Mexico is the potato taco or taco de papa. How to prepare potato tacos is easy! It only requires a few simple ingredients to get started.I ...

Flautas de Rajas Con Queso! Poblano and Cheese!

August 7, 2019

Flautas! Crispy rolled tacos! That's the easiest description for these popular tacos dorados(crispy tacos). On the nights Mom would prepare flautas, we would be eagerly waiting. She literally would ...