This recipe for Caldo de Albondigas is the way my grandma made it for me, for our family, for anyone who stopped by to visit her humble home in Durango, Mexico.A spoonful of love and nurturing from my beloved grandmother to you.How Do You Pronounce Albondigas … [Read more...]
Scoville Scale – How Hot Is that Pepper?
Here’s your chance to find out what the Scoville Scale is and how your favorite Mexican chile peppers measure up across the world. (Cue the Red Hot Chile Peppers music)WHAT IS THE SCOVILLE SCALE?The Scoville Scale is a relative measurement of the pungency of spicy … [Read more...]
Hígado Encebollado (Mexican Liver and Onions)
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Rumba Meats. All opinions are mine and mine alone.Hígado Encebollado (or Mexican Liver and Onions) is as classic as it gets. Everyone seems to have a version of this dish.This is the way that my mom used to make it for my dad. … [Read more...]
Cajeta (Mexican Caramel)
During Christmas, most Mexicans give each other buñuelos or tamales. This year, I’ve decided to give out this delicious sweet treat.Cajeta in English is basically caramelized goat's milk similar to “dulce de leche.”Spread some on your toast in the morning or drizzle it … [Read more...]
