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    Tuna Molletes (Open-faced tuna sandwiches)

    July 25, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Tuna Molletes served on a cutting board and surrounded by green spinach leaves.

    Tuna Molletes (Open-faced tuna sandwiches)Tuna MolletesGet recipeINGREDIENTS– Requesón (or use ricotta) – Tuna – Red jalapeños (or use regular green jalapenos) – Cherry tomatoes – Lettuce – Green olives – Fresh parsley (or cilantro) – Olive oil – Balsamic vinegar – Salt to ...

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    Mango Pineapple Salsa

    July 18, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mango Pineapple Salsa served in a bowl with a spoon.

    Mango Pineapple SalsaMango Pineapple SalsaGet RecipeINGREDIENTS– Pineapple – Mango – Red bell pepper – Red onion – Jalapeño – Cilantro – Lime juice – Salt (not pictured) – Brown sugar (optional)Get Recipe01Begin by preparing and chopping all ingredients. Then, combine everything ...

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    Dried Mango Recipe with Chili

    July 11, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A bowl of dried mangoes sprinkled with chili powder.

    Dried Mango Recipe with ChiliDried Mango Recipe with ChiliGet RecipeINGREDIENTS– Mangoes – Tajin (or your favorite chili powder)Get Recipe01Peel mangoes and remove cores. Then, slice into ¼ inch thick pieces.Slice the mangoesGet Recipe02Set air fryer to the lowest temperature. ...

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    Piña Colada Smoothie

    June 27, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Glasses filled with Piña Colada Smoothie and topped with mint leaves.

    Piña Colada SmoothiePiña Colada SmoothieGet recipeINGREDIENTS– Pineapple (cleaned and diced) – Coconut milk – White sugar – Vanilla extract – IceGet recipe01Blend pineapple and ice until smooth. For a thicker smoothie, use more ice; for a thinner one, use fewer cubes.Blend until ...

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    Mexican Fruit Cups

    June 20, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A plastic cup filled with spears of fresh fruit and topped with Tajin.

    Mexican Fruit CupsMexican  Fruit CupsGet recipeINGREDIENTSThe cups are made up of an assortment of fruit. Most typically you’ll find… – Pineapple – Cucumber – Mango – Cantaloupe – Watermelon – Coconut – Jicama Use all or a combination of these fruits.Get recipe01Cut fruit ...

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    Durango Burger (Hamburguesas Estilo Durango)

    June 13, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A hand holding a Durango Burger.

    Durango Burger (Hamburguesas Estilo Durango)Durango BurgerGet recipeINGREDIENTS– Hamburger Buns – Ham – Bacon – Lettuce – Tomato – White Cheese (like Monterey Jack or Mozzarella) – Ground cumin – Garlic Powder – Salt and Pepper (not pictured) – Mayonnaise – Mustard – Ketchup – ...

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    Mangonada (Mango Chamoyada Recipe)

    June 13, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A served glass of mangonada topped with a spring of mint.

    Mangonada (Mango Chamoyada Recipe)MangonadaGet recipeINGREDIENTS– Ripe mangoes – Lime juice – Ice – Mango juice – Fresh mango cut into small chunks for topping (optional) – Sugar – Chamoy sauce – TajinGet recipe01First, pour chamoy onto a small plate. Next, place tajin on another ...

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    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry

    May 29, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastries topped with powdered sugar and sitting on a white plate.

    Strawberry Cream Cheese PastryStrawberry Cream Cheese PastryGet the recipeINGREDIENTS– Sliced strawberries – Puff pastry sheet – Cream cheese – Heavy cream – Egg yolk – Powdered sugar – Granulated sugar – Vanilla extract – Lemon juice – Sliced almond – Coconut milk – White ...

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    Mango Habanero Salsa

    March 29, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mango Habanero Salsa served in a decorative bowl surrounded by corn tortilla chips.

    Mango Habanero SalsaMango Habanero SalsaGet recipeINGREDIENTS– Mango – Habanero peppers – White Onion – Garlic clove – Olive Oil – Water – Salt salt and black pepperGet recipe01Heat oil in a large skillet, sauté habaneros for 3 minutes, then add onion and garlic and cook for ...

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    Ensalada de Camarón

    February 14, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Ensalada de Camaron (Mexican Shrimp Salad) in a large white serving dish.

    Ensalada de CamarónEnsalada de CamarónGet the recipeINGREDIENTS– shrimp – frozen peas and carrots (thawed) – frozen corn (thawed) – celery – Pickled Jalapeno + juice – red onion – mayonnaise – yellow mustard – salt and black pepperGet the recipe01Drop raw shrimp into a stock ...

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    Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

    February 2, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A sheet pan with baked salmon and vegetables.

    Baked Salmon with Roasted VegetablesBaked Salmon with Roasted VegetablesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSSalmon filets Salt and pepper broccoli cauliflower carrots zucchini red onion oil garlic powder chili powder cumin limes cilantroGet Recipe01Mix the marinade ingredients. Add the veggies ...

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    Corn Tuna Salad

    January 25, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    Corn Tuna Salad in a large white bowl.

    Corn Tuna SaladCorn Tuna SaladGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn thawed from frozen Tuna drained Red onion finely chopped Pickled jalapeños chopped Celery stick diced Mayonnaise Lime juice Salt to taste Fresh cilantro choppedGet Recipe01Combine corn, canned tuna, red onion, celery, and ...

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    Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

    January 22, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A hand dipping a blue corn tortilla chip into a bowl of Cream Cheese Salsa Dip.

    Cream Cheese Salsa DipCream Cheese Salsa DipGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCream Cheese Tomato salsaGet Recipe01Combine the softened cream cheese with your favorite salsa in a food processor or blender.Combine the ingredientsGet Recipe02Blend the ingredients until you achieve a creamy dip ...

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    Birria Burrito

    January 10, 2024 By Maggie Unzueta

    A hand holding half of a birria burrito that has been dipped consume.

    Birria BurritoBirria BurritoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Sauce: water guajillo chiles stems and seeds removed ancho chiles stems and seeds removed garlic cloves oregano thyme cloves cinnamon stick beef bouillon bay leavesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Beef: chuck roast salt and ...

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    Jalapeño Salsa

    December 21, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A hand holding a chip over a bowl of creamy jalapeno salsa.

    Jalapeño SalsaJalapeño SalsaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSJalapeños Apple cider vinegar Granulated sugar Garlic powder (or granules) Ground turmeric (optional) PeppercornsGet Recipe01Heat olive oil in a big pan. Cook whole jalapeños till skins blister. Remove pan. Sauté sliced onions and ...

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    Sweet Pickled Jalapeños

    December 13, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A glass jar with sweet pickled jalapenos.

    Sweet Pickled JalapeñosSweet Pickled JalapeñosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSJalapeños Apple cider vinegar Granulated sugar Garlic powder (or granules) Ground turmeric (optional) PeppercornsGet Recipe01Cut off jalapeño stems, and slice into ½″ rounds. Put the jalapeño slices aside. If ...

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    Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies

    November 29, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies in a white plate next to Christmas decorations.

    Gingerbread Reindeer CookiesGingerbread Reindeer CookiesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTo make cookie dough: All-purpose flour Baking soda Ground ginger Ground cinnamon Ground cloves Salt Unsalted butter, softened Brown sugar, packed Granulated sugar Egg Vanilla extract For ...

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    Vegan masa for tamales with oil

    November 28, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Spoon spreading masa with oil on a corn husk.

    Vegan masa for tamales with oilVegan masa for tamales with oilGet RecipeINGREDIENTSINGREDIENTSCorn flour or masa harina Baking powder Salt Vegetable broth or water Olive oilGet Recipe01Every tamale masa recipe begins with masa harina. I've consistently used Maseca.Masa HarinaGet ...

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    Sopa de Conchas

    November 27, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Sopa de Conchas, or Mexican Shell Pasta Soup, in a white bowl.

    Sopa de ConchasSopa de ConchasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTomatoes Onion Garlic Water Olive oil Package of conchas pasta Chicken bouillon cubeGet Recipe01Chop up the tomatoes before tossing them into the blender.Chop the veggiesGet Recipe02Add the tomatoes, onion and garlic into the ...

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    Mexican Mac n Cheese

    November 17, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Removing a serving of cheesy Mexican Mac and Cheese from the baking dish.

    Mexican Mac n CheeseMexican  Mac n CheeseGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Breadcrumbs Dried pasta elbow (preferred) or penne Butter Jalapeños seeds and veins removed, diced Onion Garlic All-purpose flour Whole milk Cream cheese softened to room temperature (and cubed) Shredded ...

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    Biscochitos

    November 7, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Biscochitos on a cooling rack and in a white plate.

    BiscochitosBiscochitosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSAll purpose flour Baking powder Salt Anise seed crushed Orange zest Sugar Lard Egg Vanilla extract Brandy sweet wine, rum, or orange juice (optional)Get Recipe01Sift together your all-purpose flour, baking powder, and teaspoon salt in a ...

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    Pumpkin Vegan Chili

    November 1, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pumpkin Vegan Chili served in a white bowl and topped with sliced jalapeno.

    Pumpkin Vegan ChiliPumpkin Vegan ChiliGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Onion Jalapeño Green bell pepper Garlic clove Salt Ground black pepper Ground cumin Chili powder Vegetable broth Petite diced tomatoes can, do not drain Pinto beans can, drained Pumpkin puree can Toppings: cilantro ...

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    California Omelette

    October 31, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A California Omelette topped with avocado slices and chopped cilantro and served next to toast.

    California OmeletteCalifornia OmeletteGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Onion Jalapeno Fresh roma tomatoes Fresh spinach Butter Large eggs Monterey Jack or Mozzarella cheese, shredded Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped cilantro, for topping Sliced avocado, for topping lime wedgesGet ...

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    Pork Pozole Verde

    October 26, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pork Pozole Verde served in a blue bowl and topped with cabbage, radishes, and cilantro.

    Pork Pozole VerdePork Pozole VerdeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTo Cook The Pork: 3 ½ lbs pork chopped into small 1-inch pieces 1 onion (cut in half) 3 garlic cloves 1 teaspoon oregano 2 teaspoon salt 8 cups water 1 bay leaf To Make the Sauce: 12 tomatillos or 10 large tomatillos 2 ...

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    Atole de Vainilla

    October 24, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Atole de Vainilla served in a white mug topped with ground cinnamon and a whole cinnamon stick.

    Atole de VainillaAtole de VainillaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCornstarch Water for dissolving the cornstarch Milk Cinnamon stick Sugar (add more, if so desired) Vanilla extract Ground Cinnamon for toppingGet Recipe01In a bowl, dissolve corn starch with water. Set aside until ready to ...

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    Caldo Tlalpeño

    October 19, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Caldo Tlalpeño served in a white bowl and topped with avocado and cheese.

    Caldo TlalpeñoCaldo TlalpeñoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTo Cook the Chicken: Chicken breast (or thighs) Onion Garlic clove Bay leaf Water SaltGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Tomatoes Garlic clove Chipotle pepper in adobo Carrots peeled and sliced Green beans chopped Garbanzo beans drained and ...

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    Mexican Omelette

    October 17, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A Mexican Omelette served on a white plate next to avocado slices.

    Mexican OmeletteMexican OmeletteGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Onion Jalapeño Tomato Salt and pepper to taste Ground cumin (or a pinch) Butter Eggs Shredded cheese Monterey Jack or Mozzarella Chopped cilantro topping Sliced Avocado toppingGet Recipe01Heat olive oil. Toss in red onion, ...

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    Atole de Fresa

    October 12, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A cup of atole de fresa served in a white ceramic mug topped with a cinnamon stick.

    Atole de FresaAtole de FresaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSStrawberries cut in half Water to cook strawberries Sugar Cinnamon stick Cornstarch Water to dissolve cornstarch Milk Baking soda (pinch of baking soda) Vanilla extract Extra strawberries for decoration (optional)Get Recipe01In a ...

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    Oven Baked Mexican Potatoes

    October 10, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Oven Baked Mexican Potatoes served on a white plate with a fork.

    Oven Baked Mexican PotatoesOven Mexican Baked PotatoesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPotatoes Olive oil Salt Ground pepper Ground cumin Ground oregano Garlic powder Olive oil for baking sheetGet Recipe01Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Wash and scrub the potatoes well. Dice the ...

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    Mexican Breakfast Torta

    October 5, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A Mexican breakfast torta sitting on a wooden cutting board and showing the filling.

    Mexican Breakfast TortaMexican Breakfast TortaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Jalapeño finely diced Tomato diced Onion diced Salt (to taste) Pepper (to taste) Ground Cumin Eggs Avocado Pickled Jalapenos (as many as desired) Bacon slices cooked Bread rollsGet Recipe01In a small bowl, ...

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    Albondigas de pollo (Chicken Meatball Soup)

    October 2, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Albondigas de Pollo (or Chicken Meatball Soup) served in a decorative Mexican blue plate and topped with cilantro and sliced jalapeno.

    Albondigas de pollo (Chicken Meatball Soup)Albondigas de polloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Meatballs: Ground chicken Mint leaves finely chopped White rice Dried oregano Salt Pepper Onion finely diced Garlic cloves finely minced Eggs Bread saltine crackers, bread crumbs ...

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    Mexican Mashed Potatoes

    September 28, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    A bowl of Mexican Mashed Potatoes served in a bowl next to green jalapenos.

    Mexican Mashed PotatoesMexican Mashed PotatoesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPotatoes peeled and cut in half lengthwise Salt (for cooking potatoes) Whole milk Butter Shredded white cheese – mozzarella or Monterey Jack Jalapeño finely diced Ground cumin Salt Ground black pepperGet ...

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    Empanadas de Atún (Tuna Empanadas)

    September 26, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Two Empanadas de Atun on a white plate next to a sauce.

    Empanadas de Atún (Tuna Empanadas)Empanadas de AtúnGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Onion Garlic Jalapeño pepper finely minced Tomatoes diced Salt and pepper to taste Tuna can (in water drained) Lime juice White distilled vinegar Cilantro finely choppedGet RecipeINGREDIENTSAll ...

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    Empanadas de Cajeta (Mexican Caramel Empanadas)

    September 21, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Empanadas de cajeta served on a large plate.

    Empanadas de Cajeta (Mexican Caramel Empanadas)Empanadas de CajetaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSAll-purpose flour Salt Unsalted butter chilled and cubed Vegetable shortening chilled Ice cold water Ground cinnamonGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCajeta (or dulce de leche) Egg (for egg wash) Water (for ...

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    Day of the Dead Altar

    September 19, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    The Day of the Dead altar at the Mercado Hidalgo in Tijuana, Mexico.

    Day of the Dead AltarL E A R NDay of the Dead  AltarMama Maggie's KitchenLearn moreDía de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a festival of love, respect, and a day of remembrance.  It is a true jewel in Mexico’s cultural crown, and a special way of keeping the spark of ...

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    Sopa de Elote (Mexican Corn Soup)

    September 14, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Sopa de Elote topped with cheese, cream, and fresh cilantro.

    Sopa de Elote (Mexican Corn Soup)Sopa de EloteGet RecipeINGREDIENTSJalapeño Tomato Garlic Vegetable broth Olive oil White onion diced Corn kernels Oregano Salt Cilantro Lime wedges (optional) Cotija cheese (optional) Salt to tasteGet Recipe01To a food processor, regular ...

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    Tostaguac (Guacamole Tostadas)

    September 12, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Tostaguac served with crema mexicana on top.

    Tostaguac (Guacamole Tostadas)TostaguacGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Tostadas: Tostada shells Cooked black beans (or pinto beans) Lettuce shredded Mexican crema (or sour cream) For Guacamole: Avocados White onion finely diced Lime juice Garlic clove mashed Salt For the Pico de ...

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    Empanadas de Pollo

    September 7, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Empanadas de pollo served with a bowl of salsa on the side.

    Empanadas de PolloEmpanadas de PolloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor Empanada Dough All purpose flour (plus more for shaping and rolling) Salt Unsalted butter chilled and cubed Vegetable shortening chilled Ice cold waterGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Chicken Filling: Olive oil Ground ...

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    Baked Salmon with Avocado Pico de Gallo

    September 5, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    Baked salmon topped with avocado pico de gallo next to a green salad.

    Baked Salmon with Avocado Pico de GalloBaked salmon with Avocado Pico de GalloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFor the Salmon: Salmon fillets Oil Salt Black pepper Garlic cloves finely minced Ground oregano Lemon For the Avocado Pico de Gallo: Avocados Tomato diced Jalapeño Red onion finely ...

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    Halloween Taco Dip

    August 29, 2023 By Maggie Unzueta

    The Halloween Taco Dip served in a baking dip.

    Halloween Taco DipHalloween Taco DipGet RecipeINGREDIENTSRefried beans Cream cheese softened Sour cream divided Taco seasoning Container tomato salsa Shredded cheddar cheese Flour tortillas small Olive oil Salt & pepper to taste Black beans drained and rinsed Green onions ...

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