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Abuelita's Quick Tip #4: Clean As You Go

No one likes to do the dishes after dinner, but I learned that if you clean as you go, your load by the end will be little to nothing, you'll have a meal ready and a clean kitchen at the same time. It.... read more

Nov 11, 2015 1:20pm

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Empanada Dough

Ingredients for 15 medium empanadas: 3 cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt 6 oz unsalted butter (1 ½ sticks), chilled and cut into 12 pieces 1 egg 4-5 tbs water Directions: Mix the flo.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 2:05pm

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Crockpot Chicken Taquitos

Ingredients: 3-4 chicken breasts, frozen or thawed 8 ounces cream cheese ⅓ cup jarred whole or sliced jalapeños, roughly chopped (or more, to taste) 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 .... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:58pm

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Baked Sweet Potato with Fajita Chicken & Spinach

Ingredients: 1 sweet potato 1 chicken breast 2 cups spinach Mexican Fajita Spices Directions: Set oven to 350F. Season chicken and bake, along with Sweet Potato until cooked/soft. When.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:58pm

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Mexican Sopes

Ingredients: 3 cups Masa (Corn Masa Flour) 3 cups hot water oil (for frying) Toppings: refried beans lettuce, shredded tomatoes, diced avocado, diced olives, sliced salsa queso fresco.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:38pm

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Zucchini Boats

Ingredients: 4 medium, fresh zucchini, sliced in half 1/2 yellow onion ground beef 1/2 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated 1-2 tablespoons fresh rosemary & thyme, minced olive oil salt &.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:33pm

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7-Layer Taco Dip

Ingredients: 1 package taco seasoning mix 1 16 oz can refried beans 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened 1 16 oz container sour cream 1 16 oz jar salsa 1 jar of salsa 1 large tomato, chopped.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:27pm

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Papas Duquesas (Stuffed Potatoes)

Ingredients: 4 big potatoes 2 cups of bacon, chopped 1 tbsp gr butter 2 tbsp mustard 1/4 cup shredded cheese 1/2 cup milk, cook 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp parsley, fresh (and chopped) or.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 1:12pm

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Bruñuelos (Cinnamon Tortilla Strips)

Ingredients: 4 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 cup milk 4 tbsp butter oil (for frying) cinnamon-sugar mixture Directions: In large bowl, mix flour.... read more

Nov 04, 2015 9:08am

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Tasty Burrito Casserole

Most people want to enjoy the best dishes but end up going to expensive hotels due to the fear of preparing such delicacies. However, it is very easy to prepare a five star meal with the right recip.... read more

Jun 04, 2014 9:42am

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Mexican Mac & Cheese

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped 1 4-oz can diced green chilies, drained 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 10.75 oz can of Campbell's condens.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 6:14pm

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Sopa de Fideos (Mexican Pasta Soup)

Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil 8 ounces angel hair pasta 10 ounces Roasted Tomatoes 1 large garlic clove 1/2 cup white onion, chopped 6 cups of chicken broth or water mixed with gran.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 6:12pm

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Arroz con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)

Ingredients: 1 cup rice (short grain) 2 1/2 cups water a pinch of salt 1 cinnamon stick 3 strips of lemon peel (or zest) 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 can evaporated milk 1 tsp vanilla 2.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 5:00pm

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Rice with Chorizo & Shrimp

Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 white onion, chopped 2 bell peppers, chopped 2 roma tomatoes, chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups of rice, uncooked 3 cups seafood or chicken broth 1.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 4:59pm

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Easy Porkitos Recipe (Baked)

Ingredients: 3 ounces of thinly sliced Prosciutto (Try to get freshly-sliced prosciutto from the deli counter and make sure they cut it paper thin.) parchment paper Directions: Prehe.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 4:58pm

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Nani’s Atole (Hot Drink)

Ingredients: 1/3 cup masa harina blended with 1/4 cup warm water in blender 3 cups water 5 tablespoons brown sugar 1 pinch of salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick 2 teaspoons vanilla.... read more

Jun 01, 2013 4:58pm

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Yummy Chipotle Ranch Dressing

If you’ve ever been to a Mexican restaurant in the past couple of years, you’ve certainly noticed the fact that almost every one of them has their own chipotle ranch sauce or dressing. Well, that’s be.... read more

Jan 13, 2010 12:29pm

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Pizza Burrito??

Yep, this is a fantastic combination dish! If you love pizza, you love burritos, and you aren’t afraid to put the two together, then read on! I came up with this idea a couple of years ago. I&r.... read more

Jan 13, 2010 12:28pm

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Abuelita’s Quick Tip #3: Black vs Refried Beans

If you want to take your favorite Mexican dish and make it a bit healthier, substitute the refried beans for some delectable black beans instead. They’re naturally high in fiber and protein and the fa.... read more