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No Bake Grapefruit Pie

A tart, sweet, no bake grapefruit pie filled with Texas ruby red grapefruit segments, and a sweet, creamy filling can be made in under 30 minutes. We’re in the midst of peak ruby red season, where ruby red grapefruits are at their sweetest! I love incorporating these gems into my recipes, from cocktails, to agua fresca and marinades for fajitas. Today I want to share a no-bake grapefruit pie that is a breeze to whip up. This no bake grapefruit pie requires only five ingredients, and can easily be made in under 30 minutes, and no baking. I… Read More

Slow Cooker Te de Canela

Slow cooker te de canela made with cinnamon sticks, orange slices and sugar is perfect for cold mornings, evenings and even better con tequila. I grew up sipping te de canela. A warm cup of te de canela on a cold morning before school, if my throat ached or before bedtime. Now as an adult the smell of canela is comfort for me. Today I am simmering up a batch of slow cooker Tea de canela with a kiss of citrus and brown sugar. I add all ingredients to my slow cooker, set it on low and walk away…. Read More

Easy Avena de Calabaza

Avena de Calabaza made with oats, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar is a holiday twist on the Mexican avena recipe. Avena (Oatmeal) is hugely popular at our casita. I loved it growing up and my girls love it too. Atole de avena, is a creamy and slightly sweet oatmeal drink sweetened with cinnamon, piloncillo or vanilla. I loved sipping on avena before school, my girls prefer is on chilly mornings. Today I am adding pumpkin to the mix, perfect to use up all that leftover pumpkin from Thanksgiving. My avena de calabaza recipe feeds crowd,… Read More

Orange Pepper Braised Brisket

Orange pepper braised brisket made with orange pepper seasoning, orange juice, beef broth, tomato paste, and brown sugar is the ultimate hay comida at home meal. There’s nothing quite like the aroma of a brisket slowly cooking away in the oven. Growing up after a long day at school, nothing made me happier than walking in and smelling my mami’s braised brisket. Mami is all about a fuss free dinner, por que her days began early, and all she wanted was to have dinner checked off her to-do list. I grew up on braised brisket, and today I… Read More

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