Enfrijoladas de Queso Fresco

Isn’t it crazy how the simplest, most humble ingredients make the best meals? This is what I love about my cuisine and what Mexican food is all about;

Creamy Black Beans

Today, I am going to share with you my most recent obsession. Black beans! Every time I make them, I say I am going to freeze them so

Tacos de Migas/Migas Tacos

If migas are good, “Tacos de Migas” are extra good! This is my all-time favorite breakfast; I would also eat it for lunch and dinner if I could.

Potato Tacos with homemade Salsa Roja

These potato tacos are truly a gem! Making them couldn’t be easier. They are absolutely delicious, too! The potatoes are cooked in a rich tomato and guajillo sauce,

Cheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapeños

These delicious peppers bring so many good memories! I am from Monterrey, Mex. where Carne Asada is notonly a dish, but also a party. I think here, it

Molletes

Mollete is a toasted open face sandwich (bolillo) topped with refried beans and melty cheese and served with pico de gallo or salsa. It is so popular in

Traditional Churros

Who new churros would be so easy to make and with mostly pantry ingredients! I love making churros for my family and get creative with a variety of

Southwest Stuffed Peppers

Growing up in Mexico I had no idea what Southwest flavors were but once I moved to Texas and had my first taste I was hooked. I love

The Best Baked Oatmeal

Oatmeal is one of my all-time favorite breakfasts. It is filling, nutritious, good for your gut, helps reduce cholesterol and it is so delicious! But even when I

Easy Chopped Salad

This salad is one of my favorite things to always have in the fridge. Not only is work great with so many things but it also tastes better

Buttermilk Waffles

Everyone’s favorite breakfast finally made it to the blog. Buttermilk waffles are what Saturday morning are all about. Nothing brings the family together (and out of their beds)

Polenta Cakes

#sponsored content Polenta cakes are always so much to make and eat. They take a few steps, but they are very simple and so worth the wait! These

Easy Minestrone Soup

This soup has quickly become one of my favorite soups. Minestrone is not only extremely easy to make but it is also delicious, nutritious, comforting and great to

Tapenade with Toasted Bread

Tapenade is a French dip or spread made out of olives and capers. A good extra virgin olive oil like Bertolli Extra Virgen Olive Oil is essential, a

Calabacita Stuffed Peppers

Calabacitas is a traditional Mexican dish that consist in sauteing onions, garlic, corn, tomatoes and of course, calabacitas. There are a couple of very popular dishes using this

Spicy Black Bean Soup

The temperatures dropped quite a bit over the weekend here in San Antonio, and when the weather is cool like this all I can think of is having

Condensed Milk Cookies

Cookie season is here! That means baking lots and lots of cookies. I like cookies that have just a few ingredients and are very easy to make. These

Broccoli and Rice Fritters

We can’t get enough of these fritters! Very similar taste than classic Broccoli and Rice casserole only more fun to eat and even better, they are made with

Butternut Squash Grits with Crispy Bacon and Sage

Give the mash potatoes a break and try this delicious Butternut Squash Grits with Crispy Bacon and Sage. Creamy and cheesy grits flavored with sweet butternut squash and

Cornbread Stuffing

As you might now, I was born and raised in the Northeast of Mexico. Thanksgiving isn’t a tradition where I come from but once I moved to Texas,

Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

I love this version of Mac and Cheese. It is not only delicious and cheesy but it also feels so much lighter than a traditional mac and cheese

Spicy Corn Ribs with Chipotle Dip

I finally gave in. Ever since these corn ribs became viral I wanted to make them so bad! They look so pretty and are super fun to eat.

Sopa de Conchitas/Pasta Shell Soup

Fall is finally here! What better way to celebrate than Sopa de Conchitas. Ok, let’s be honest; we, Mexicans eat hot soups and caldo in the middle of

Roasted Pepper and Tomato Soup

I love tomato soup, it is one of my favorite ways to eat tomatoes (considering I don’t like tomatoes very much) but I am very particular about the

Double Chocolate Banana Muffins/ Paleo

I feel like it’s been a minute since I posted a Paleo baking good and what better way to come back than with my “Double Chocolate Banana Muffins”.

Roasted Tomatillo Salsa (Molcajete)

So, I decided to dust off my Molcajete (mortar and pestle) and make salsa. If you didn’t know Molcajete is an essential part of every Mexican kitchen that

Vegan Peach and Blackberry crumble

Fruit desserts are my favorite type of dessert (sorry, chocolate) and from all the different options crumbles are definitely on top of my list. They are not only

Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

“Air Fryer Hasselback potatoes” Fancy looking and totally delicious. One of my favorite things to cook in the air fryer are definitely potatoes, they always come out golden

Soft Oatmeal Almond Cookies

I used to think oatmeal cookies were all healthy. They are made with oatmeal after all, right? The truth is that a good oatmeal cookie is packed with

Mushroom and Spinach Quesadillas

Here is the ultimate #meatlessmonday meal “Mushroom and Spinach Quesadillas” These quesadillas are gluten free, made with Orange Corn Flour and using a traditional tortilla recipe which makes

Vegetable Fritters With Yogurt Dip

You are going to love this Gluten Free version of “Vegetable Fritters” If you are growing a garden or just want to clean your produce basket, this recipe

Tomato Tart

Is anybody else getting into lighter and fresher foods? I love eating seasonal meals and this “Tomato Tart” did not disappoint! I found some beautiful hairloom tomatoes at

Creamy Penne Pasta with Spinach

Who needs meat when you have a rich, creamy, cheesy pasta dish like this one. Today is #meatlessmonday done right with my “Creamy Penne with Spinach” served with

Grits Breakfast Bowl

This grits bowl have all the components of a hearty, filling and delicious breakfast. Sweet potato hash, sunny side up egg and beautiful Orange Corn grits. I cooked

Triple Berry Almond Galette

Berry season is finally here! I’ve been getting the most delicious strawberries and blueberries at my local grocery store and I just couldn’t wait to make this “Triple

Mushrooms Quesadillas

Here is a perfect plan for #meatlessmonday. Mushroom quesadillas are of my favorite vegetarian dishes. Not only because they are delicious but because they are so easy to

Soft Pretzels

Oh, the smell of a freshly baked pretzel! You know, when you go to the mall and walked by Auntie Anne’s… the smell of those pretzels is like

Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

Happy Monday! And just like that Spring Break is over and Easter is only a few weeks away. I am still on baking mode and I have one

Banana Baked Oatmeal Bars

Here’s a perfect healthy snack on the go for this buy Spring Break Week. If you love soft oatmeal bars, you are going to love these ones. I

Classic Churros

Nothing gets better than a freshly made churro. So comforting and delicious they take me right back home from the very first bite. These Classic Churros are so

Air Fryer Cauliflower Gnocchi (Trader Joe’s)

Here’s a quick, delicious and healthy idea for #meatlessmonday. Air Fryer Cauliflower gnocchi. TJ’s cauliflower gnocchi has become a staple in my house, more now that I’ve finally

Tahini and Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie

These past weeks have been all about comfort for me and baking is one way I can get it. Knowing that you can make a delicious cookie by

Pumpkin Oatmeal Scones

Here is my latest obsession “Pumpkin Oatmeal Scones with Cinnamon Glaze” I am not too late to get into the pumpkin game, am I? I just love making

Creamy Cauliflower Gnocchi/Paleo, Whole30, Keto

I finally did it. I tried the famous Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi. I don’t know why it took me such a long time to try it but I

Roasted Potato and Poblano Salad

Potato Salad is one of my all time favorite dishes. It feels like a treat to me. It is so comforting I can’t get enough. I love making

Spicy Ketchup/ Paleo, Whole30.

There are many Paleo and Whole30 compliant brands of condiments out there but let’s be hones, they are pricy! Most of them are quite simple to make and

Mexican Chocolate Banana Muffins/ Paleo

Have you started craving warm flavors as we get closer to fall? I am! I start craving spices so much. Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Clove. They are all so close

Green Bean Salad with Tahini Dressing

Talking about easy, convenient and delicious. This “Green Bean Salad with Tahini dressing” is one of my favorite summer side dishes. Tender green beans, sweet tomatoes and red

Panzanella with Gluten Free Bread

Panzanella is an Italian Salad made with bread, tomatoes, onions and garden vegetables such as cucumbers and bell peppers. It is the dream summer salad. I was very

Spicy Pickled Onions/ Escabeche

Onions, carrots and Jalapeño. These are the pickled vegetables I grew up eating. There was always a jar in the fridge and we would get them out at

Homemade Cinnamon Nut Granola

I developed this recipe many years ago. It is a very simple and fool proof recipe. I have adjusted it many times depending on the ingredients I have

Summer Vegetable Couscous

As much as I am ready for fall (anyone else?) I am still ejoying all the summer produce and loving coming up with new, light recipes. Some times

Mushroom Picadillo Tostadas/Vegan Picadillo/Tostadas

Creating recipes if probably my favorite part about food blogging. I love making classic dishes with unexpected ingredients and when the result is exactly what I was going

Honey Nut Banana Nice Cream

Nice cream is a healthy way to make Ice Cream using frozen bananas as the base ingredient. It is a no churn method, you just need a good

Crispy Pepper Rings with Spicy Crema/ Air Fryer

I have been enjoying my Air Fryer so much lately! I love how quickly it cooks vegetables, and that brown crispy finished is just so pretty. I have

Chile de Arbol Salsa

If you haven’t had a “Chile de Arbol Salsa” or tried Chile de Arbol you’re missing out big time! Chile de Arbol is one of Mexico’s iconic chilies,

Cauliflower Wild Rice

This is a great way to use those vegetables that are looking a little sad, “Cauliflower Wild Rice” I came up with this recipe because one, I needed

Guava Smoothie/Dairy Free

Have you had Guava before? If you like tropical fruits and you haven’t had Guava, you are missing out. Guava is a the top of my favorite fruits,

Chilaquiles Rojos

This is one of Mexico’s favorite breakfast, “Chilaquiles”. Crispy corn tortilla smothered in a delicious red salsa made with tomatoes and Guajillo pepper. Even when they always look

Lentil Vegetable Soup

Soups to me have a magic factor. The moment you start eating it, it warms you up inside and makes you feel cozy. It is a popular believe

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