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Pan de Campo

A simple bread made of baking powder, flour and shortening pan de campo has become a beloved staple of the Tejano kitchen, traditionally cooked in a Dutch oven. Pan de Campo In 2005 pan de campo was declared the state bread of Texas. Pan de campo also known as “camp bread” or “cowboy bread” originated with the vaqueros of South Texas. The bread baked quickly and was eaten with a heaping spoon of beans or dried meat. The crispy exterior made pan de campo a delicious portable meal while the vaqueros tended cattle on the South Texas… Read More

Hibiscus Martini

Served super chilled and garnished with a candied hibiscus flower, these hibiscus martinis are simply gorgeous! Hibiscus Martini Agua de jamaica (hibiscus cooler) was my favorite drink growing up and the first agua I tried in Mexico as a child. Agua de Jamaica is a dark, ruby red drink that is tart, sweet and super refreshing. It’s served chilled or over ice and is the perfect drink to quench your thirst on a hot summer day. As a child, I couldn’t get enough of it. And now as an adult, I’m still addicted to the rich, crisp flavor of this… Read More

Coconut Mojito Smoothies

Some days I crave a little mojito with my morning toast. Nothing boozy about this mojito. Today I’m blending up instead of a shaking up fresh coconut mojito smoothies to kick start your day. Coconut Mojito Smoothies This smoothie recipe is super, super easy to make, but results in one of the best smoothies ever – like I make them at least once a week. They are so good. How to Make Coconut Mojito Smoothies To begin you will need: coconut milk, fresh lime juice (I love using key limes), yogurt, plenty of ice and loads of mint… Read More

Ruby Red Grapefruit Salsa

This grapefruit salsa made of fresh grapefruit segments, diced tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapeno and red onion is ready in minutes and is a wonderful entertaining appetizer. Ruby Red Grapefruit Salsa Salsa is so easy to make at home. Once you ditch the jarred stuff and taste how good fresh salsa can taste, you will never go back to the jarred salsa again. I love whipping a fresh bowl of salsa when entertaining. Salsa is perfect for entertaining, served with a batch of tortilla chips, a few frosty margaritas y listo! You are set to entertain. Ruby Red Salsa Fresca… Read More

Tex-Mex Chopped Salad with Chipotle Dressing

This is a salad the whole family will love and can be easily customized with different toppings to fit your family’s unique tastes. Fresh & Crisp Tex-Mex Chopped Salad I’m a sucker for fresh, natural ingredients and there’s no better way to enjoy the freshness of summer than with a cold, crisp salad. And you know I like to do things easy. That’s why I’m putting together a great, flavorful chopped salad recipe for you. One that can save you time and is easy for the kiddos to prepare on their own. I remember sitting down at… Read More

Fried Hominy with Cilantro Pepita Pesto

This fried hominy recipe from Southern Living served with a bright cilantro pepita pesto sauce to drizzle over top of the crisp, fried hominy is perfect for entertaining. Fried Hominy with Cilantro Pesto Hominy is one of my favorite ingredients. I remember growing up, my siblings and I always asked for extra hominy in our sopas and stews because we loved the crispness that it would add to any dish. We would plunge the ladle into the menudo pot looking for extra bits of hominy to put in our bowls. Mami knew how much we loved it and always made… Read More

Texas Lemon Sheet Cake with Lemon Yogurt Glaze

It’s Spring time in Texas and there’s nothing better to celebrate this wonderful weather than a bright, fragrant Lemon Yogurt Cake. Lemon cake is a Texas favorite and one thing you’ll probably find at just about any party. Lemon Yogurt Cake Lemon cake has a long history here in Texas and it was a favorite recipe of Governor Ann Richards, who was known to woo legislators with her delicious baked goods, like jalapeño corn bread and lemon sheet cake. Classic Texas Lemon Sheet Cake with a Twist Today, I’m going to share with you Ann Richards’… Read More

How to Make Strawberry Lavender Infused Tequila

How to Make Strawberry Lavender Infused Tequila I recently share my best tips on How to Host a Girls’ Night In. After a long week there’s nothing I love more having the girls over for a few hours of girl time. We have a chance to re-connect, chat about our week, laugh and enjoy a few nibbles paired with a great cocktail. Ya’ll know I love a good cocktail and you can pretty much guarantee I’ll have one at just about every party I host. For my latest girls night in I decide to whip up a vibrant infused tequila. Infusing tequila at… Read More