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Sidral Mundet Apple Margarita

Sidral Mundet Apple Margarita made with just three ingredients, Sidra Mundet apple soda, tequila Blanco and orange liqueur can easily be whipped up after a long day. Apple margaritas for the Friday win baby! Nothing makes me happier than an easy peasy margarita I can sip while cooking dinner on a Friday night. Made with Sidral Mundet Apple soda this margarita is a snap to whip up. Have you tried Sidral Mundet apple soda? It’s delish, and a pretty popular at our casita. To make this margarita all you need is 3 ingredients and loads of ice. Sidral… Read More

Pecan Cajeta Tamales with Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Pecan cajeta tamales with cinnamon whipped cream are the sweetest way to welcome Tamale season. Hola tamale season! Estoy lista to enjoy all the tasty tamales. Today I want to share how to make pecan cajeta tamales with cinnamon whipped cream. Sweet tamales (tamales dulce) are one of my favorite parts of the holiday season. Warm from the steamer with a cup of café, perfection. Pecan cajeta tamales are a light, fluffy cake wrapped in a corn husk. Dolloped with cinnamon whipped cream these tamales are delicious. The base is a sweetened masa dough. It’s best… Read More

Mini Chorizo con Papa y Huevo Breakfast Sandwiches

Mini chorizo con papa y huevo breakfast sandwiches made with chorizo, potatoes and eggs served in a soft and delicious roll. These easy to make chorizo con papa y huevo breakfast sandwiches are like no other. Effortlessly feed a crowd with these amazing breakfast sandwiches. Soft scrambled eggs, chorizo, and potatoes topped with a soft roll -the BEST Breakfast! Cooking breakfast for a crowd is one of my favorite meals to serve. A crowded table, laughter, chisme, café and my breakfast sandwiches filled to the brim with the perfect combo of chorizo y papas. Feeding a… Read More

Frozen Mango Margaritas

It’s five o’clock time to whip up my frozen mango margaritas! Made from frozen mango chunks, tequila Blanco, lime juice and Cointreau in a blender my frozen mango margarita are muy delicioso. Frozen margaritas are the epitome of summer bliss, and when you add the tropical sweetness of mango, you get a cocktail that’s both refreshing and irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or just want to treat yourself, making a frozen mango margarita at home is easier than you think. Here’s a step-by-step guide to crafting this perfect cocktail, along with some tips to ensure… Read More

Creamy Chipotle Lime Shrimp

In the hustle and bustle of la daily vida, finding the time or energy to prepare a dinner that requires numerous steps is a challenge. Enter my one-skillet recipe wonder: Creamy Chipotle Lime Shrimp. This dish not only bursts with flavors from creamy sour cream, smoky chipotles, and fresh lime juice but also delivers the perfect balance of nutrition and convenience. Creamy chipotle lime shrimp made shrimp, light sour cream, mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, lime juice, bell pepper and onion, and heavy cream. I rely on one-skillet meals during a busy week. The beauty of a one-skillet meal lies… Read More

Mini Tortas

Mini tortas are the ultimate on the go lunch made with soft rolls, ham, cheese, refried beans, lettuce, tomato and avocado. A torta is a Mexican sandwich typically eaten for lunch or “on the go.” Growing up mami would pack us a few tortas plus a thermos of cold agua fresca for our day at the beach. After a sunny day at the beach a big, messy torta really hit the spot. Tortas hit the spot anytime of the day. Stuffed with egg and chorizo for breakfast, loaded with ham and cheese for a quick lunch and filled… Read More

Hibiscus French 75

A Mexican twist on a classic my Hibiscus French 75 is a simply beautiful cocktail made with hibiscus syrup, gin, lemon juice and topped with champagne. I adore hibiscus, it is a flavor I am drawn to season after season. Tart and tangy in my Christmas ponche, sweet and salty in my summer margaritas and sweet and sweeter sprinkled over my desserts. Today I want to share how to make a hibiscus French 75 cocktail that is perfect for Spring. Made with homemade hibiscus cocktail syrup, gin, lemon juice and topped with chilled champagne. The History of… Read More

Quick and Easy Salsa Verde Shrimp

Quick and easy salsa verde shrimp is a one skillet dinner made with shrimp, salsa verde, onions and cilantro served over rice. I love a quick and easy dinner. This recipe combines the convenience of store-bought salsa verde with succulent shrimp to create a dish that’s not only quick and easy but also bursting with flavor. Salsa verde, a vibrant and tangy green sauce made from tomatillos, chiles, onions, and cilantro, is a versatile sauce that can elevate any dish. One delightful way to utilize store-bought salsa verde is by cooking up this mouthwatering dish of salsa… Read More