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Espejo Mexican Cookie Recipe
This espejo Mexican cookie recipe is very easy. Espejos, Spanish for mirrors, are a popular Mexican pan dulce. Learn how to make them at home step by step. They are easier than you might think. Cookies are a popular type of Mexican pan dulce, which can be found…
Traditional Mexican Bolillos Easy Recipe
Learn how to make traditional Mexican bolillos with this very easy recipe and video below. Making the classic crunchy oval rolls is easier than you think. What is a Mexican Bolillo? Bolillos are the most popular savory bread in Mexico. It’s the Mexican daily bread, and we eat…
Green Tamales with Chicken
Learn how to make Green Tamales with Chicken, easily, without a mixer and without lard. Ideal for Christmas, Candlemas or any other occasion, try them. As you may have noticed from the photo, these tamales have a slightly different shape from traditional Mexican tamales which are longer and…
Chorizo Tacos with Roasted Onion, Corn and Avocado Salsa
Hispanic Heritage Month is every month for us. But that doesn’t mean we won’t throw a special party (or two) to celebrate this specially designated month. We love celebrating our cultures and enjoying our favorite foods, foods like Chorizo Tacos with Roasted Onion, Corn and Avocado Salsa, for example….
Lime Agua Fresca Recipe
Lime Agua Fresca is one of the most popular beverages in Mexico, and it’s very easy to make fast. It’s my brother’s favorite and we used to have it a lot when we were kids. Check out the easy recipe. I remember the first time I made it…
Pineapple Coconut Agua Fresca
Make this pineapple coconut agua fresca in minutes and with just a few ingredients from your pantry. Enjoy! In partnership with Dole® Packaged Foods Pineapple Coconut Agua Fresca is my husband’s favorite for good reason. That’s why, in México, pineapple and coconut commonly live together, including in Agua…
Chile Verde Tamales
Today we are combining two very delicious Mexican dishes into one: chile verde, which is pork in a spicy green sauce, and tamales. These chile verde tamales are simple to make, but do take a little time. I usually prepare the filling (in this case, the chile verde)…
Basil Pesto Recipe & Video
This basil pesto recipe is fast and easy. Serve it as a dip or with fish, meats, or vegetables. One of the most delicious fresh sauces. Learn how to make it step by step and with a video. If there is one thing, other than pizza, that I…
Mexican Cheesecake A Family Recipe
For years, Mexican Cheesecake has been a favorite dessert at my family’s get-togethers. One of my cousins, in fact, started selling them to friends and acquaintances, and then she and one of my aunts sold them through the family gelatina business. RELATED POST: Milk Gelatin When I first…
Mexican Watermelon Cooler Recipe
My family have been drinking this Mexican watermelon cooler for generations, long before it became fashionable. Watermelon season is here, so be sure to enjoy our recipe for our family’s refreshing, non-alcoholic, traditional agua fresca. Right now, I see green, white and red everywhere I go. We absolutely…
Homemade Authentic Salsa Verde Recipe
Learn how to make an authentic Mexican homemade salsa verde in minutes. You just need 5 fresh ingredients! Step by step recipe and video. A few things are always in my kitchen, like limes, avocados, tomatoes, onions, and salsa! Salsa in Mexico usually refers to a delicious mixture…
Jamaica, The Refreshing Hibiscus Flower Drink (Agua de Jamaica)
Agua de Jamaica (pronounced Hah.my.ka), the hibiscus flower drink or hibiscus tea, is a favorite at parties in Mexico. It’s refreshing and delicious. Its rich, red, festive color goes great with any celebration. Learn how to make it in just minutes. Recipe and video below. Jamaica is made…
Receta de Pastel de Tres Leches / Three Milk Cake Recipe
La receta de pastel de tres leches más fácil del planeta. De verdad, te lo aseguro. Me tomó varias pruebas para lograr un pastel esponjoso y ligero que además es muy sencillo de preparar. Aprende paso a paso aquí. English Version Below ¿A quién no le gusta el…
Macadamia Bacon Chicken Salad with Date Sandwiches
Macadamia Bacon Chicken Salad with Dates features a delicately balanced blend of sweet & savory flavors and textures. As delicious as it is, it’s even better on a Parkerhouse style roll, making this sandwich combination ideal for brunches or any other special occasion. In partnership with Bridgford Avoid the…
Food
Espejo Mexican Cookie Recipe
This espejo Mexican cookie recipe is very easy. Espejos, Spanish for mirrors, are a popular Mexican pan dulce. Learn how to make them…
Macadamia Bacon Chicken Salad with Date Sandwiches
Macadamia Bacon Chicken Salad with Dates features a delicately balanced blend of sweet & savory flavors and textures. As delicious as it is, it’s…
Family
My Experience with Trading Ages® in Virtual Reality
Simply hearing about the challenges of aging is just not the same as experiencing them for oneself, even if only for a few…
Avengers: Endgame Blu-ray Bonus Features
Calling all Avengers’ fans. Avengers: Endgame is on Digital now and arriving in Blu-ray August 13th, 2019. And today I’ll be sharing details…
Wellbeing
The Caregiver’s Journey: Caring for Others, Caring for Yourself
For those of you experiencing both the joys and challenges of caring for elderly loved ones, this shout-out is for you. I honor…
3 Fun Activities That May Aid Our Brains
Hi everyone! For those of you who read this blog regularly, you know I’ve written a series of posts about taking care of…
Disney
Captain Marvel, Nick Fury and a Cat Named Goose
Calling all Marvel and superhero fans! A secret mission took me to the LA set of the new and highly anticipated Captain Marvel…
Disney The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Blu-ray Giveaway
Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms arrives on Blu-ray and Digital this Tuesday, January 29th. You can buy it here on Amazon…
