Huevos a la Mexicana con Tocino, or Mexican-Style Bacon and Eggs, is a yummy Mexican breakfast with a spin. Adding bacon elevates this dish to a whole, new delicious level. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Smithfield. As always, all opinions are mine and mine alone. Hope you enjoy this recipe! To me, there’s nothing better than a lazy Sunday. It starts with a big cup of coffee. Everyone is around the house doing their own thing. For me, that means watching cat … [Read More...]
20 Best Mexican Desserts
Did you save room for a few Mexican desserts? As in plural … Because two is always better than one. Two slices of flan. Two churros. Yes please! And keep ’em coming!! These sweet treats vary from state to state, region to region, family to family, but they’re all good eats. The problem is: which […]
Chicharrón en Salsa Roja (Pork Cracklings in Mexican Red Salsa)
Chicharrón en Salsa Roja, or Pork Cracklings in Mexican Red Salsa, is a tasty and easy Mexican recipe. Ready in minutes, making it a great quick lunch idea. Serve with warm tortillas and refried beans. By now, I’m sure you know that I’m all about easy meals. Not all Mexican recipes are easy, and that’s […]
Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas)
Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas) is a tasty and easy Mexican recipe. It’s made with fried tortillas stuffed with chicken and drenched in a savory tomato sauce. You know when everyone wants something different for dinner? I HATE THAT! That’s why I love this dish. I can make it with chicken for the meat-loving, carnivore […]
Bistec a la Mexicana
Bistec a la Mexicana is a delicious and savory Mexican dish. It is made of beef in a spicy tomato sauce and ready in under 30 minutes. Typically served with rice, beans, and corn tortillas. Just say wow to the cow! In Mexico, this recipe is prepared with thin slices of beef steaks. They are […]
Fideo Seco
Fideo Seco is a traditional Mexican recipe made of pasta noodles and cooked in a tomato sauce. Mildly spicy and ready in minutes. This dish makes a great side dish or yummy light lunch. What do you call a fake noodle? An Impasta! Lol. These are the types of corny jokes my son used to […]
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas is an easy recipe that involves minimal work and lots of flavor. This Mexican food classic is perfect for entertaining or busy weeknights. Serve with warm tortillas and salsa. My next door neighbor has an orange tree, and it’s blooming. You should smell it! Orange blossoms have this soft, sweet scent. […]
Alambre de Res
Alambre de Res is made of grilled beef, bacon, bell peppers and topped with cheese. Delicious Mexican street food and easy-to-make at home. Being in a border town, you find a lot of people from different parts of Mexico, either going to or from the US. This Alambre de Res is a dish that I […]
Torta de Jamón (Mexican Ham Sandwich)
Torta de Jamón is a Mexican Ham Sandwich served on a telera or bolillo. It became a Mexican food classic by the TV show, El Chavo. It’s ready in minutes, making it a great lunch option. Who else was raised watching El Chavo? The jokes are so corny, but they still make me laugh. Even […]
Enmoladas (Chicken Mole Enchiladas)
Enmoladas are Chicken Mole Enchiladas. Fried tortillas stuffed with chicken and covered with mole sauce. Savory and sweet. Delicious and flavorful. This Mexican recipe is a great way to use up leftovers. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. When I have the time, I make my own mole. It’s not as complicated as people think. […]
Mexican Picadillo
This recipe for Mexican Picadillo is spicy and flavorful. Served with tortillas, rice, and beans. It’s a winning dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings. When I don’t know what to make for dinner? Mexican Picadillo is usually the answer. It’s one of my favorite go-to meals, just like my mother, my aunts, […]