Mantecadas are always a good choice. The hardest decision in the world is picking ONE pan dulce. They all look SO yummy behind the glass doors. Almost like they are begging to be picked and brought home. These baked goodies are easy to identify. Look for the red muffin wrappers and the poofed up tops. Soft and sweet. One bite, and you’ll be in Mexican pan dulce heaven! More Pan Dulce Recipes:Conchas Mexican Wedding Cookies Churros Apple Empanadas Pumpkin … [Read More...]
Chicken Mole Nachos
Chicken Mole Nachos are yum, yum, YUM! My hubby is from Buffalo and a huge Bills fan. I didn't know that by marrying him, I was going to adopt a football team. Although, I must admit, I love watching a good game and eating all the yummy football food. You're going to … [Read More...]
Skinny Margarita
This Skinny Margarita recipe is guaranteed to be a win. The hubby and I enjoy an occasional cocktail while we’re watching football. This one is a favorite! It’s full of delicious tequila and fresh lime juice. Light and refreshing. The best part is that it’s incredibly … [Read More...]
Mexican Wedding Cookies + VIDEO
Mexican Wedding Cookies are little bites of pecan heaven. They aren’t hard to make either. Only a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes. YES! In Mexico, though, these cookies have different names: Galletas de Nuez (Pecan Cookies) or Galletas Rusas (Russian Cookies). … [Read More...]
Red Pork Tamales + VIDEO
Red Pork Tamales - I can’t count how many times I’ve sat in my grandmother’s kitchen making them. I don’t have enough fingers and toes. Lol. All of us crowded in her tiny kitchen smearing and filling and folding. There are hours of stories that will forever be with me. … [Read More...]
Asado de Puerco
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with the National Pork Board. As always, all opinions are mine and mine alone. Asado de Puerco … Just thinking about this dish transports me back to Northern Mexico. Images for large clay pots simmering and … [Read More...]
Homemade Mexican Churros + VIDEO
Mexican Churros are the ultimate treat! Crunchy, yummy, and SO ADDICTIVE! The last time I was in Madrid, I visited the birthplace of churros. That’s right, my friends. Churros are NOT Mexican. In Spain, they are served with chocolate and without sugar. When I asked for … [Read More...]
Bacalao Navideño + VIDEO
Bacalao Navideño is SO good. It’s also known as Christmas Salted Cod or Bacalao a la Vizcaína. You’ll fall in love at first bite. No one ever thinks I’m Mexican with a last name like Unzueta. My family has origins in the Basque Country of Northern Spain. This is a recipe … [Read More...]
Mushroom Tamales
Mushroom Tamales … Yum! Yum! Yum! Mexican food is ideal for vegan recipes. With all the spices and flavor combinations, you’ll never miss the meat. Just take this super tasty and nutritious recipe. I KNOW you’ll want more than one. Add your favorite salsa and get out … [Read More...]
Slow Cooker Ancho Pork
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with the National Pork Board. Slow Cooker Ancho Pork is perfect for the holidays. Like many families, we are not traveling this holiday season. I really wanted to be in Mexico with my father this year, but the … [Read More...]
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales + VIDEO
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales are incredibly DELICIOUS! These little wrapped goodies are perfect for the Holidays and special occasions. They’re SO tasty. My max is 4. I might be able to eat 5, if they’re small. ;) Here, I'll give you all the tips and tricks of master … [Read More...]
