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    Carne Deshebrada

    December 2, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Carne deshebrada served on a plate next to Mexican rice and two flour tortillas.

    Carne DeshebradaCarne DeshebradaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOil Chuck roast Salt Ground pepper Garlic powder Ground cumin Onion Garlic Serrano peppers Tomatoes quartered Water Bay leaves Worcestershire sauce Sliced roasted poblano pepper Get RecipeSeason the beef01Season the beef ...

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    Pan de Polvo

    November 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pan de Polvo cookies served on a cutting board.

    Pan de PolvoPan de PolvoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSAll-purpose flour Cornstarch Pork lard Sugar Salt Vanilla extract Cinnamon stick Star anise Whole cloves Water Ground cinnamonGet RecipeMake the cinnamon tea01To a small stockpot, add water, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise. ...

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    Chicken in Creamy Poblano Sauce

    November 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Chicken in Creamy Poblano Sauce (or Pollo en Crema de Chile Poblano) is a delicious Mexican food recipe that will make you beg for seconds. This truly is the definition of “awesome-sauce.” by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Chicken in Creamy Poblano SauceChicken in Creamy Poblano SauceGet RecipeINGREDIENTSBoneless chicken breasts skinless Olive oil Onion Garlic Salt Pepper Evaporated milk can Butter Mexican crema or heavy whipping cream Chicken bouillon Frozen corn kernelsGet RecipeChop the roasted ...

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    Mexican Desserts Recipes

    November 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Collage of 20 Best Mexican Desserts pastel de tres leches, empanadas, mexican cookies, arroz con leche, flan, churros

    Mexican Desserts RecipesRECIPESMexican Desserts RecipesMama Maggie's KitchenThis recipe is for rich, buttery, crumbly cookies that melt in your mouth and are absolutely irresistible! Mexican Wedding CookiesGet RecipesYou’ll love this authentic Mexican Pastel de Tres Leches ...

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    Easy Turkey Mole

    November 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Turkey Mole served next to white rice on a blue plate.

    Easy Turkey MoleEasy Turkey MoleGet RecipeINGREDIENTSSmall jar Mole Paste Water Chicken bouillon Mexican chocolate Shredded cooked turkeyGet RecipeMake the mole01Add mole paste, water, and chicken bouillon to a large skillet. Stir until the paste dissolves.Get RecipeAdd the ...

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    Mexican Christmas Punch

    November 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Hand holding a decorative clay mug with Ponche Navideno next to a Christmas tree.

    Mexican Christmas PunchMexican Christmas PunchGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPiloncillo stick Dried hibiscus flowers (or jamaica) Whole cinnamon sticks Water Sugar cane (caña) Apples diced Tejocotes Guayaba halved Get RecipeBoil 01Add water to a large stockpot. Add the cinnamon, ...

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    Mexican Spiced Chocolate Chip Cookies

    November 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Three chocolate chip cookies stacked on top of each other.

    Mexican Spiced Chocolate Chip CookiesMexican Spiced Chocolate Chip CookiesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChocolate cake box Eggs Butter Chocolate chips Ground cinnamon CayenneGet RecipeMake the dough mix01Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Add the dry ingredients and wet ...

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    Mexican Christmas Foods

    November 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A collage of tamales, bunuelos, champurrado, and menudo.

    Mexican Christmas FoodsRECIPESMexican Christmas FoodsMama Maggie's KitchenGet RecipesEvery Mexican Christmas Foods lover knows that tamales are a must during the Holidays. These Beef Tamales are a favorite. Delicious, tasty, and mouthwatering good. Beef TamalesGet RecipesYou need ...

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    Mexican Christmas Fruit Salad

    November 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Ensalada Navideña served in a green glass bowl next to a toy Santa.

    Mexican Christmas Fruit SaladMexican Christmas Fruit SaladGet RecipeINGREDIENTSSour cream or crema mexicana Sweetened condensed milk Pineapple reserve juice and pineapple fruit Apples Chopped pecans Shredded coconut Raisins Maraschino cherries drainedGet RecipePour the pineapple ...

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    Mexican Salsa Recipes

    November 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Here are several Mexican Salsa Recipes to get your creative cooking juices going. Delicious and tasty as an appetizer or use as the base of a meal. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Mexican Salsa RecipesRECIPESMexican Salsa RecipesMama Maggie's KitchenGet RecipesBefore blenders, there were molcajetes (or Mexican mortar and pestles). Tomato Molcajete Salsa makes a delicious and packed with flavor topping on all your favorite Mexican dishes. Molcajete Salsa ...

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    Galletas de Avena (Oatmeal cookies)

    November 18, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Galletas de Avena (or Oatmeal Cookies) served on a large white plate

    Galletas de Avena (Oatmeal cookies)Oatmeal cookiesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGOld fashioned oatmeal Wheat flour Baking powder Ground cinnamon Salt Butter Sugar Dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar) Egg Honey Vanilla Raisins (or 1 cup chocolate chips)Get RecipeMix the dry ...

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    Turkey Pibil Tamales

    November 18, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Two turkey pibil tamales on a corn husk topped with pickled red onions and chopped cilantro.

    Turkey Pibil TamalesTurkey Pibil TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGuajillo chiles Water Orange juice Lime juice Onion Garlic Oregano Pepper Cumin Achiote Cinnamon stickGet RecipeMake the pibil sauce01Add the sauce ingredients to the blender. Blend until smooth and set aside until ...

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    Jericalla (Mexican Custard Dessert)

    November 16, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Jericallas served in white containers ready to enjoy.

    Jericalla (Mexican Custard Dessert)JericallaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWhole milk Evaporated milk Sugar Cinnamon Temperature eggs Room temperature egg yolk WaterGet RecipeMake the milk mixture01In a stock pot, heat up the milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Stir constantly. Turn off ...

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    Bacalao Navideño

    November 15, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Bacalao Navideño served on a white plate.

    Bacalao NavideñoBacalao NavideñoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSDried salted cod Water Olive oil Onion Garlic Can of crushed tomatoes Roasted red bell peppers Small potatoes White distilled vinegar Parsley Slivered almonds Manzanilla olives Whole chiles güeros BreadGet RecipeSoak the ...

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    Caldo de Pescado

    November 15, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Caldo de PescadoCaldo de PescadoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSFish head tail, and bones of 1 fish Onion Garlic Bay leaf Salt Pepper Water Tomatoes Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce Olive Oil Potato cubed Carrots sliced Fish Broth Fish cut into 1-inch pieces Chile de árbol optional Lime ...

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    Camarones en Crema Chipotle

    November 14, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Camarones en Crema Chipotle in a black iron skillet topped with slices of yellow lemon and surrounded by a blue kitchen towel and green cilantro.

    Camarones en Crema ChipotleCamarones en salsa chipotleGet RecipeINGREDIENTSLarge shrimp Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce Milk Sour cream Salt to taste Butter Onion GarlicGet RecipeClean the shrimp01Rinse the shrimp. Remove them from the shells and cut into the long curved back. ...

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    Jamoncillo (Mexican Milk Fudge Candy)

    November 14, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican milk fudge candy cut into squares piled on top of each other on a cutting board.

    Jamoncillo (Mexican Milk Fudge Candy)Mexican Milk Fudge CandyGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWhole milk Sugar Vanilla Cinnamon stick (small piece) Baking sodaGet RecipeMake the milk fudge 01In a pot, add the milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon stick. Stir constantly. Before it boils and ...

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    Chocolate Argentinian Alfajores

    November 8, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Chocolate Argentinian Alfajores piled on top of each other and two are cut in half.

    Chocolate Argentinian AlfajoresChocolate Argentinian AlfajoresGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOStick butter (softened) Sugar Honey Zest Orange zest Egg Vanilla Flour Corn starch Baking powder Baking soda Cocoa powder (semi-sweet) Dulce de leche (can also use cajeta or caramel) Semi-sweet ...

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    Palomitas Seasoning Mix

    November 7, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Spicy palomitas sitting in a white bowl and topped with the seasoning mix.

    Palomitas Seasoning MixPalomitas Seasoning MixGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPopcorn (already popped) Salt Sugar Garlic powder Ground cumin Ground oregano Ground chile de arbol Red pepper flakes or powder Butter spray (or melted butter)Get RecipeMake the seasoning mix01Combine all the ...

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    Pork Chops in Salsa Roja

    November 4, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pork Chops in Mexican Red Salsa, or Chuletas en Salsa Roja, is a hearty and yummy dish that is great for busy weeknights. Via @MamaMaggiesKitchen

    Pork Chops in Salsa RojaPork Chops in Salsa RojaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Pork chops thin cut Onion Tomatoes Jalapeño pepper Garlic Chicken broth Salt and pepper CilantroGet RecipeSear the pork chops01Season the pork chops and brown on all sides. Even though they are not ...

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    Caldillo Durangueño

    November 4, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Caldillo DurangueñoCaldillo DurangueñoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil Beef chopped Salt Pepper Chile pasado Poblano pepper Tomatoes Onion Garlic Whole cumin Beef brothGet RecipeChop the poblano pepper01Roast, peel, and slice the poblano peppers. From here, cut them into smaller ...

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    Mexican Evaporated Milk Recipes

    November 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A collage showing Mexican evaporated milk recipes.

    Mexican Evaporated Milk RecipesRECIPESMexican Evaporated Milk RecipesMama Maggie's KitchenGet RecipesIt  is milk that has been reduced down and has a longer shelf life. It was invented by chefs who wanted to extend the life of milk during Transatlantic trips. What is ...

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    Chicken Salsa Verde Tamales

    November 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Chicken Salsa Verde TamalesChicken Salsa Verde TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChicken Garlic Bay leaf Onion Salt Pepper Water Corn Husks Prepared masa Salsa verdeGet RecipeCook the chicken01Place chicken in a large stockpot. Add garlic, bay leaf, onion, salt and pepper. Then add ...

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    Camarones a la Diabla

    November 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Camarones a la DiablaCamarones a la DiablaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSLarge shrimp Guajillo chiles Chile de arbol Water Tomatoes Chipotle pepper Onion Garlic Olive oil Salt PepperGet RecipeRehydrate the chiles01Place the dried chiles in a stock pot, cover with water and bring to a ...

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    Capirotada

    November 2, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Capirotada (or Mexican Bread Pudding) served in a white bowl and topped with sprinkles.

    CapirotadaCapirotadaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Piloncillo or Brown sugar Cinnamon stick Star anise or Whole cloves Bolillos Banana sliced Peanuts Monterey Jack cheese Candy sprinkles Raisins (optional) Shredded coconut (optional)Get RecipeMelt the piloncillo01Add water, star ...

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    French Toast

    November 2, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A stack of pan frances covered in berry syrup.

    French ToastFrench ToastGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCWhite bread (day old) Eggs Milk Sugar Ground cinnamon Butter Berries Water Lemon juiceGet RecipeDip the bread in egg mixture01Add the dry ingredients to the mixer, a bowl for a hand mixer, or you can also do this by hand.Get ...

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    Tamale Masa with Oil

    November 1, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tamale Masa with OilTamale Masa with OilGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn flour or masa harina Baking powder Salt Vegetable broth or water Olive oilGet RecipeAdd the dry ingredients01Add the dry ingredients to the mixer, a bowl for a hand mixer, or you can also do this by hand.Get ...

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    Mexican Conchas

    November 1, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A pile of Mexican conchas sitting on a decorative and colorful basket.

    Mexican ConchasMexican ConchasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCYeast Warm water Evaporated milk White sugar Salt Unsalted butter or margarine softened Egg All-purpose flour Ground cinnamon Powdered sugar Vanilla extract Cocoa powder if usingGet RecipeMake the dough01Add all the ingredients ...

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    Pozole Verde de Pollo

    October 31, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A picture of green chicken pozole served in a Mexican clay plate surrounded by all the toppings.

    Pozole Verde de PolloPozole VerdeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCWater Chicken Onion Garlic Salt Pepper Bay leaf Tomatillos Serrano peppers Cilantro Lime juice Oregano (ground or whole) Can hominyGet RecipeMake the sauce01Add green tomatillo, onion, garlic, and water in a stock pot. ...

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    Tamales de Birria

    October 31, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tamales de BirriaTamales de BirriaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChuck roast beef Water Chile guajillo Chile ancho Garlic Dried oregano Dried thyme Cloves Cinnamon stick Beef bouillon Bay leaves Olive oil Salt Ground pepper Shortening (or lard) Masa harina Baking powder Corn husksGet ...

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    Pay de Queso

    October 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A slice of Pay de Queso served on a yellow cake next to the cut in pie.

    Pay de QuesoPay de QuesoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCookies Walnuts (or pecans) Butter Brown sugar Ground cinnamon Cream cheese Sugar All-purpose flour Vanilla Salt Heavy whipping cream EggsGet RecipeMake the pie crust01Add the pie crust ingredients to a food processor or a blender. ...

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    Lengua en Salsa Asada

    October 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Lengua en Salsa in a skillet topped with chopped cilantro.

    Lengua en Salsa AsadaLengua en Salsa AsadaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSBeef tongue Water Garlic Onion Bay leaf Salt Pepper Olive Oil Tomatoes JalapeñoGet RecipeCook the beef tongue01Place the tongue in the slow cooker along with garlic, onion, a bay leaf, and salt. Cover with water and ...

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    Slow Cooker Ancho Beef Tacos

    October 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Two beef tacos topped with onions and cilantro served on a white plate.

    Slow Cooker Ancho Beef TacosSlow Cooker Ancho Beef TacosGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChile ancho Water Beef broth divided Garlic Whole oregano Ground cumin Tomato White onion Salt Pepper Jalapeños or serrano peppers Beef skirt steak or flank steak Corn Tortillas Cilantro Lime wedgesGet ...

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    Northern Style Bean Tamales

    October 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Northern Style Bean Tamales (Tamales de Frijol Norteños) in a white serving container.

    Northern Style Bean TamalesNorthern Style Bean TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn Husks Ancho chiles Water Garlic cloves Ground cumin Refried beans Oil Salt Prepared masaGet RecipeMake the bean filling01Rehydrate the chiles. Then, add the softened chiles into the blender, water, ...

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    La Catrina – Day of the dead Mexican symbol

    October 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A stature of La Catrina wearing a blue hat and a blue dress.

    La Catrina - Day of the dead Mexican symbolLEARN ABOUTLa CatrinaMama Maggie's KitchenLearn moreTo many north of the border, the phrase “Day of the Dead” might evoke notions of zombies, but “Dia de los Muertos” has beautiful and complex celebrations. Part of the celebration is to ...

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    Day of the Dead Facts

    October 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Day, collage of all that makes up this Mexican holiday.

    Day of the Dead FactsFACTSDay of the DeadMama Maggie's KitchenLearn moreDay of the Dead has become increasingly popular in recent years, both in Mexico and here in the United States. The movie “Coco” was a huge success at the box office, and, for many people north of the border, ...

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    Recipes for celebrating Dia de los Muertos

    October 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A collage of Day of the Dead food.

    Recipes for celebrating Dia de los MuertosRECIPES FORCelebrating Día de los MuertosMama Maggie's KitchenLearn moreIt is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of the deceased. A truly beautiful tradition that originated in Southern Mexico by the indigenous people of the area ...

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    Pumpkin Cookies

    October 25, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Healthy Pumpkin Cookies | In Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Pumpkin CookiesPumpkin CookiesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSApplesauce Pumpkin puree can Vanilla Salt Nutmeg Cinnamon White flour Wheat flour Sugar Flaxseed Baking soda Baking powderGet RecipeMake the dough01Preheat the oven. Mix the applesauce, pumpkin, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, ...

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    Pumpkin Empanadas

    October 25, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pumpkin Empanadas sitting on a white napkin in a basket.

    Pumpkin EmpanadasPumpkin EmpanadasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSButter Brown sugar Pumpkin purée Ground cinnamon Ground cloves All-purpose flour Pre-made pie crusts Egg Splash of waterGet RecipeMake the filling01In a large pan, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Stir to combine and ...

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    Atole de Avena

    October 25, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A red cup of Atole de Avena with a cinnamon stick sitting on a white napkin.

    Atole de AvenaAtole de AvenaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Cinnamon stick Oatmeal Milk Vanilla SugarGet RecipeMake the atole01Boil water with a large piece of cinnamon stick in a sauce pan. Blend the oatmeal and milk. Add the oatmeal to the cinnamon water along with the remaining ...

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