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Avocado Cheesecake Bars

Sweet Life Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with Imperial Sugar. Thank you for supporting the brands I collaborate with to bring you exciting, new recipes. I find any excuse to consume avocados. From guacamole, on my salads, as a salsa so it was only a matter of time that avocado would find their way into a dessert. Guys! This avocado cheesecake bar recipe is one of the best recipes I have ever made. I simply love it. The creamy avocado cheesecake filling is simply divine, but add all that avocado goodness over a crispy crust..well folks it’s sublime. I… Read More

Pumpkin Tres Leches Cupcakes

Sweet Life Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with H-E-B. Thank you for supporting the companies I collaborate with to bring you exciting new recipes. Pumpkin season is here! At my home the month of October officially welcomes the holiday baking season and I couldn’t be happier to crank on my oven and bring you exciting new holiday treats. I’ve teamed up with HEB to share the kick-off of the Pumpkin event which starts today at all participating HEBs. In celebration of this fun event today I want to share with you a delicious recipe for pumpkin tres leches cupcakes… Read More

Marigold Bread

A quick and easy marigold bread is a delicious treat to bake with your children for Dia de Muertos featuring dried or fresh marigolds. Marigolds steeped in honey and lime are stirred into a lightly sweetened batter. baked until golden brown my marigold bread is perfect for breakfast or dessert. I come from a family of talented bakers. When my abuelita and mami headed into the kitchen to bake they became the ultimate tag team. One would head into the pantry for the dry ingredients – flour, spices, dried flowers while the other headed into the fridge for the chilled… Read More

Slow Cooker Blackberry-Hibiscus Cordial

I recently returned from Mexico where I attended my abuelita’s funeral. She was buried on diez y seis de Septiembre surrounded by all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mariachis played all her favorite songs as we laid her to rest. The service was beautiful. A few days after the funeral I found myself thinking of her and how she used to sip tiny glasses of cordial during the holidays. It’s nowhere near the holidays but, next month is Day of the Dead where we celebrate our loved ones we have lost and rejoice in the sweet memories we have of… Read More

Pineapple-Chorizo Sliders

Sweet Life Disclosure: This is a sponsored post with KING’S HAWAIIAN®. Thank you for supporting the companies I collaborate with to bring you exciting, new recipes. Sliders are the perfect game day grub. Easy to make, easy to serve (buffet style) and can easily be transported to your tailgating destination. As much as I enjoy a big, juicy burger they are messy to eat and with all the commotion during game-time – most of my burger ends up on the floor. Enter sliders. My pineapple-chorizo sliders come together easily and can be assembled a day in advanced and grilled just before… Read More

Paloma Chicken Fajita Pizza

Sweet Life disclosure: This post is sponsored with Society Culinaria on behalf of Flatout Bread. Thank you for supporting the companies I collaborate with to bring you exciting, new recipes. I recently attended a street food festival and boy did I come home inspired to recreate every dish I ate. From veggie tacos, carne asada tostadas, to the spicy hot sauces every plate was a nod to the street vendors in Mexico. It was a delicious evening. Today I want to share a delicious Paloma chicken fajita flatbread pizza inspired by the classic Mexican cocktail with a South Texas twist… Read More

How to Set Up a Taco Bar for Your Next Football Party

Sweet Life Disclosure: This is a paid product endorsement for the NFL. Thank you for supporting the companies I collaborate with to bring you exciting new recipes. Throwing a Texas-Style Football Party There’s nothing better than a Texas-Style football party. No matter where you live, you can enjoy the delicious flavors of South Texas at home. Most football parties are filled with sandwiches and dips, but today, I’m going to share a fun twist on the usual buffet lineup…the taco bar! Take your party a step further by serving up some delicious make-it-yourself tacos with the variety of fresh, vibrant salsa paired… Read More

Mexican Spinach Salad with Mango-Lime Dressing

Sweet Life Disclosure: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with United Soybean Board and DiMe Media. Thanks you for supporting companies I collaborate with to bring you exciting new recipes. Mexican Spinach Salad with Mango-Lime Dressing This Mexican spinach salad recipe is a staple in my home. I always have the ingredients on hand because it is nutritious and simple to throw together, plus is can easily be adapted to the season. I might swap out the jicama for thinly sliced squash or use radishes instead of red onions this spinach salad is truly one of my go-to salads…. Read More