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Chocolate Margarita

Chocolate Margarita Guess what I’ll be sipping on February 14th? Okay scratch that… Guess what I’ll be sipping on from now until my birthday. Chocolate and Tequila Really, can the world get any sweeter? My love of tequila has taken on a whole new level of intensity since these two flavors happily married. I mean what more can a girl ask for this Valentine Day? Roses, yes thank you. A sweet card, oh how thoughtful. A shiny piece of jewelery, your too kind. A great bottle of tequila and gorgeous chocolate, te adoro carino! Does my hubby know me or what? … Read More

Zesty Mac and Cheese

Zesty Mac and Cheese I found myself yesterday at the grocery store without a list. This has never happened, quite frankly it freaked me out! I’m a planner, note taker, list jotter and almost a week ahead meal/blog planner. Do the recipes get churned out in the manner planned? No, not always. But the ingredients needed are in place, somewhere in my pantry. The thought of preparing a meal to find I am missing a key component or garnish drives me mad. As a busy mom I don’t have the urge or the luxury to spend everyday, all day at the store. As a blogger I strive for the best possible picture I can capture. So to… Read More

Spicy Chocolate Bark

Spicy Chocolate Bark Add a little spice to your Monday with this easy chocolate bark. From my daughter’s recipe collection Spicy Chocolate Bark. Chocolatl derived from the Nahuatl word “xocolatl” made up from the words “xococ” meaning sour or bitter, and “atl” meaning water or drink. A few lines from her baking curriclum: We recently researched chocolate as part of my baking curriculum and what I learned really changed my outlook on this amazing ingredient. We all know of how chocolate was brought to Europe by the conquistadores. The Aztecs idolized chocolate. Chocolatl derived from the Nahuatl word Xocolatl was served… Read More

Salsa Frijoles de Olla

Salsa Frijoles de Olla Super Bowl is approaching fast. Have you finalized your menu? When I spotted this on my friend Drick’s blog I knew it would be a perfect addition to our menu. And was I ever right. This salsa served with warm tortillas chips hits the spot. Perfect for game day, movie night or your next fiesta. This is what Drick had to say about this salsa: There is this bean dip that has haunted me for years, a taste I remember fairly well as a kid while visiting family in Texas. Served warmed just as many restaurants… Read More

Chipotle-Honey Chorizo and Beef Burgers

Chipotle-Honey Chorizo and Beef Burgers We are serving up game day eats this week. And who doesn’t love a juicy burger? These burgers rock! I have to say they are manly. Huge in fact, but don’t let that stop you ladies they are so worth it! Packed with flavor and a hint of heat these babies make both men & women happy! A thick patty of ground beef with chorizo hide a pocket of cotija cheese. Slather your bun with chipotle-honey sauce then pile high with avocado and grilled onions. What’s not to love? Enjoy! –

Queso Fundido

Queso Fundido An appetizer of melted cheese spiked with tequila and overflowing with chorizo, poblanos and tomato. This gal loves tequila and cheese comes in a close second making queso fundido one of our go to party eats! Serve with a heaping plate of warm corn tortillas or homemade tortillas chips this is a crowd pleaser. Queso fundido, a cold margarita and football. It doesn’t get any better. Enjoy!

Easy Huaraches with Maseca

Huaraches Today we talk game day eats, Huaraches! We are testing recipes for our Super Bowl Fiesta and I knew this was the perfect time to try out huaraches. Huaraches are flattened ovals of masa shaped to resemble the sole of a Huarache (Mexican sandal). Similar to a sope, hauaraches can be served small as an appetizer of made large enough to resemble a pizza. Traditional huaraches are filled with beans and fried until crisp. These huaraches easily come together with the help of Maseca and can be rolled out in any size. Cook over a hot griddle and your set. Topping options are… Read More

Grapefruit Margarita

Grapefruit Margarita Happy Friday! I am excited to share with you a new margarita. Grapefruit! Bursting with tart/sweet flavor grapefruits are one of my favorite fruits. Here in the Rio Grande Valley I snatch these babies up by the 18lb bag for under $6.00. I add them to avocado, salads, oatmeal and even marinades. My girls love adding grapefruit juice in homemade soda (recipe coming soon), but I LOVE them in Margaritas! Ruby Red Grapefruit are vibrant in color and loaded with sweet Texas flavor. If you cannot find ruby reds and are worried about the tart flavor. Add a splash of agave to your juice for sweetness. … Read More