My son loves riding his bike, video games, and lentil soup. Yes, you read that right - lentils. Once he came home from school, and he smelled a pot of Sopa de Lentejas (or Mexican Lentil Soup), cooking in the kitchen. His response, “Oh yeah! Soup!” Who knew lentils would … [Read more...]
Caldo de Res + VIDEO
No offense to chicken noodle soup. It’s good and all, but it has nothing on this hearty and filling Mexican food classic. When I get sick, I want a bowl of Caldo de Res. It screams love, warmth, and goodness. If you’re under the weather, I invite you to try this recipe. … [Read more...]
Fideo Seco + VIDEO
Mmm... Fideo Seco. I mean, who doesn't love a big bowl of pasta?!! What do you call a fake noodle? An Impasta! Lol. These are the types of corny jokes my son used to tell me. Now he tells me fart jokes and thinks “duty” is funny word. With age, his palate has developed. … [Read more...]
Caldo de Pollo, or Mexican Chicken Soup + VIDEO
Whenever it is cold and rainy in California (Yes, it really does happen), I think of Caldo de Pollo, or Mexican Chicken Soup. There is something incredibly comforting about coming home with soaking wet feet after a day of struggling with your umbrella in the wind and enjoying … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cajeta Frosting
I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, but my guys do. They ask for dessert even after they’re stuffed. Where do they put it all? Every so often, I like to treat them with something yummy like these Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cajeta Frosting. Top them off with a drizzle of more … [Read more...]
