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Skillet Chops with Cilantro Citrus Pan Sauce

  We are a busy family.  Really is there a family who isn’t busy?   We have kids, home, jobs, school, activities, errands, bills…etc…etc.  Life is hectic.  Dinner shouldn’t be.  Dinner is a time to unwind from the day, relax with a inviting plate surrounded by family.  Weekday dinners have evolved into a joint effort in our home.  Everyone slowly makes their way into the kitchen to take on his/her small part.  The table is cleared, plates assesmbled and glasses filled.  As we prepare for our meal we converse of our day, we laugh with hubby as he shares one of his work adventures and the girls’ begin to planning our weekend.  Plates served, napkins… Read More

Fresh Corn Flan

Happy Monday my food lovers.  How was your weekend?  I have been plesantly absent from blogging these days , entirely due to the blessing of perfect Texas weather. A week of  humid free days, cooler temperatures and shades of fall surfacing in every corner. What’s a mom to do, but take time to enjoy these days in our local parks.  My girls wasted no time in packing their favorite books, soccer balls, picked in a cozy quilt and we were off to enjoy our time.  Oh please do not for one instance think I did not spend my time happily in the kitchen.  These are the days when a freezer… Read More

Pumpkin Pie Tamales served and ready

Pumpkin Pie Tamales

Hello my food lovers, did you have a fab time Tricking and Treating? Oh, we had a blast as my girlie’s cleaned up our streets as Batgirl and Robin.  So many houses to visit, so little time.   Well now that Halloween has left with a bang shall we discuss Thanksgiving treat ideas?   

Jalapenos stuffed with Tuna and Oregano Citrus Dressing

Our family is based is Aransas Pass, Texas where our home is located.  Over the years of moving we have not been fortunate to reside in areas where Dia de Los Muertos is widely celebrated.  Luckily we are currently living in Edinburg, Texas which is located a mere 30 minutes from the border of Mexico.  I was overjoyed to find our local museum, The Museum of South Texas History dedicating an entire day to raise awareness for the local youth of a celebration geared toward learning a bit into their  heritage.

Fried Chicken with Peanut Sauce

    This week join us as we celebrate Dia de Los Muertos.  On Dia de Los Muertos we  welcome bac ourk departed into the world of the living.  We celebrate their lives happily with festivities to honor their presence. I hope to share a bit of this beautiful holiday with you as I feature dishes made in my loved ones honor. 

Shrunken Apple Heads

Hello friends! Chuls again with another quick Spooky treat.  Apples transformed into Shrunken heads.  Perfect for floating in your festive Halloween punch.   Be sure to visit us tomorrow as we begin our Dia de los Muertos week long celebration. Stay Cool, Chuls.