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    Champurrado

    October 24, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    ChampurradoChampurradoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCinnamon stick Water Masa harina Mexican Chocolate tablet Milk SugarGet RecipeMake cinnamon tea01Add water and cinnamon in a large stock pot. Bring to a boil and simmer for a few minutes.Get RecipeMake the masa mixture02Make your own ...

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    Pan de Muerto

    October 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A picture of pan de muerto on a decorative plate next to a black and white picture and sugar skull.

    Pan de MuertoPan de MuertoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWarm water Dry yeast Sugar All purpose flour Salt Whole eggs Egg yolks Butter Warm milk Orange zest WaterGet RecipeTake out the butter and eggs01Start by taking out the eggs and butter. This will take the longest. Room temperature ...

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    Gorditas de Azucar

    October 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Gorditas de Azucar on a wooden cutting board.

    Gorditas de AzucarGorditas de AzúcarGet RecipeINGREDIENTSButter Eggs Water Sugar Ground cinnamon Salt Baking powder Flour (wheat or all purpose) Warm milkGet RecipeMake the dough01Soften butter and mix with the eggs in a large bowl. Add all the ingredients except for the flour. ...

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    Mexican fritters

    October 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Mexican frittersMexican FrittersGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCAll purpose flour Sugar Salt Baking powder Shortening Water Canola oil Granulated sugar CinnamonGet RecipeMix to combine01Add salt, sugar, and baking powder. Mix to combine.Get RecipeAdd water02Add water to the flour mixture. ...

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    Tamales Dulces

    October 20, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tamales DulcesTamales DulcesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn husks Water Shortening Masa Harina or corn flour Sugar Baking powder Ground cinnamon Diced pineapple Pineapple juice Water for masa Raisins Peanuts Shredded coconutGet RecipeWhip the shortening01Start by whipping the ...

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    Abuelita Chocolate Frosting

    October 19, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A hand holding a mixer attachment with covered with Abuelita Chocolate Frosting.

    Abuelita Chocolate FrostingAbuelita Chocolate FrostingGet RecipeINGREDIENTSButter stick Abuelita Chocolate (or Ibarra) Powdered sugar MilkGet RecipeShave the chocolate01Whip the softened butter. Shave the chocolate into the mixing bowl. Mix together, and scrape down the sides. ...

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    Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

    October 19, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Enchiladas Suizas (or Swiss-Style Enchiladas) served on a plate next to a bottle of Mazola corn oil.

    Chicken Enchiladas SuizasChicken Enchiladas SuizasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSTomatillos Jalapeños Garlic Onion Water Lime juice Cilantro bunch Salt Oil Sour cream container Cooked and shredded chicken Tortillas Monterey JackGet RecipeCook the salsa ingredients01Place in a stock pot ...

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    Mexican Picadillo

    October 18, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican picadillo served on a white plate next to Mexican rice and fresh cilantro.

    Mexican PicadilloMexican PicadilloGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChile pasado Water Tomatoes Jalapeño Oil Ground beef Salt Pepper Ground cumin Ground oregano Garlic Onion Diced potato Get RecipeRehydrate the chiles01Pour hot water over the chiles and let sit for 20 minutes. Or, boil ...

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    Esquites con Tuetano

    October 17, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Esquites con Tuetano, or Mexican corn with bone marrow

    Esquites con TuetanoEsquites con TuétanoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSBeef Marrow Bones Epazote sprig Chopped epazote leaves Garlic Onion Water Ground black pepper Beef bouillon Oregano Butter Frozen corn kernels Mayonnaise Lime juice Salt Chile powder Queso CotijaGet RecipeCook the beef ...

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    Mexican Sweet Breads

    October 15, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican sweet breads sitting on a crocheted napkin and wooden surface.

    Mexican Sweet BreadsRECIPESMexican Sweet BreadMama Maggie's KitchenLearn MorePan dulce translated means “sweet bread.” There are many different kinds of bread, and generally, they are not overly sweet like the American desserts. What is Pan Dulce?Learn MoreThe variety is ...

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    Atole de Mazapan

    October 11, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A red cup of atole de mazapan served with a cinnamon stick.

    Atole de MazapanAtole de MazapanGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Cinnamon stick Milk Mazapanes Sweetened condensed milk (can) CornstarchGet RecipeBlend the mazapan candy01Boil a cinnamon stick with water. Then, blend the mazapan candy with water and add it to the cinnamon pot. Dissolve ...

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    Red Pork Tamales

    October 7, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Red Pork Tamales on decorative golden plate surrounded by forks and cilantro, and a single tamal on a white plate with a cilantro leaf on top.

    Red Pork TamalesRed Pork TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPork butt or shoulder Garlic Onion Chile ancho Whole cumin Salt and pepper Pork broth Prepared masa Red chile sauce Corn husks WaterGet RecipeCook the meat01Remove the skin, chop, and place all the pork pieces in the pot. ...

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    Homemade Mazapan

    October 7, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican Mazapan on parchment paper with red roses in the background.

    Homemade MazapanHomemade MazapanGet RecipeINGREDIENTSRoasted unsalted peanuts Powdered sugarGet RecipeBlend until smooth01In a food processor, using the blade attachment, blend half of the peanuts on medium speed. Then, add the remaining half and blend again. Add the ...

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    Atole de Elote

    October 6, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A cup of atole de elote dusted off with ground cinnamon.

    Atole de EloteAtole de EloteGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Cinnamon stick Fresh corn Sugar Cornstarch Milk Ground cinnamonGet RecipeRemove the fresh corn kernels01Remove the fresh corn kernels from the cob. Shave down along the sides of the corn. For a smoother texture, blend all the ...

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    Pumpkin Chipotle Soup

    October 4, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pumpkin Chipotle Soup in an orange bowl topped with cilantro.

    Pumpkin Chipotle SoupPumpkin Chipotle SoupGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOlive oil (or  butter) Onion Flour Milk (or heavy cream) Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce Garlic Chicken broth (or vegetable broth) Pumpkin puree Ground cumin SaltGet RecipeMake the creamy sauce01Saute the onions ...

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    Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cajeta Frosting

    October 4, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pumpkin cupcakes topped with frosting and drizzled with cajeta next to a pine cone and an orange pumpkin.

    Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cajeta FrostingPumpkin Cupcakes with Cajeta FrostingGet RecipeINGREDIENTSYellow cake mix  (plus ingredients on the package directions) Pumpkin pie spice Pumpkin purée Powdered sugar Cajeta or dulce de leche Cream cheese softened Butter softened Ground ...

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    Steak Chimichurri Quesadillas

    October 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Steak Chimichurri Quesadillas

    Steak Chimichurri QuesadillasSteak Chimichurri QuesadillasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSItalian parsley leaves Cilantro Garlic Dried oregano Lemon juice Pinch of Cayenne or red pepper flakes Salt Freshly ground black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil Leftover steak or pot roast ...

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    Roasted Garlic Artichoke Dip

    October 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Roasted Garlic Artichoke Dip | In Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Roasted Garlic Artichoke DipRoasted Garlic Artichoke DipGet RecipeINGREDIENTSArtichokes can drained Roasted garlic Caramelized onions Greek yogurt Goat cheese Grainy mustard Dash of oregano Lemon juice Salt PepperGet RecipeDrain the artichoke can01Drain the artichoke can. Discard ...

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    Roasted Rosemary Chicken

    October 3, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Roasted Rosemary Chicken | In Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Roasted Rosemary ChickenRoasted Rosemary ChickenGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCut of chicken Onion chopped Salt Pepper Carrots Potatoes Rosemary chopped Garlic Butter softenedGet RecipeMake the butter compound01Soften the butter, mix it with the rosemary, and garlic together until ...

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    Pumpkin Arroz con Leche

    September 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pumpkin Arroz con Leche served in a glass cup topped with raisins and a cinnamon stick to the side.

    Pumpkin Arroz con LechePumpkin Arroz con LecheGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWhite rice Water Cinnamon sticks Cloves Pumpkin puree Evaporated milk Sweetened condensed milk Vanilla Raisin MilkGet RecipeCook the rice01In a large pot add rice, water, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Cover and ...

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    Pipian Verde

    September 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Pipian Verde topped with pepitas (or green pumpkin seeds) and served next to calabacitas and corn.

    Pipian VerdePipián VerdeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPepitas or pumpkin seeds Tomatillos Onion Garlic Serrano peppers Whole chicken Water Bay leaf Salt Olive oilGet RecipeRoast the sauce ingredients01Place under the broiler until everything is charred. Roasting is a big deal in the ...

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    Cochinita Pibil

    September 30, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Cochinita Pibil tacos topped with pickled red onions on a white plate.

    Cochinita PibilCochinita PibilGet RecipeINGREDIENTSOrange juice Lime juice Achiote paste package Oregano Whole cumin Whole cloves Black peppercorn Cinnamon stick Garlic Onion Salt Pork shoulder Banana leaves WaterGet RecipeGet ready the Achiote01One of the main ingredients in the ...

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    Breakfast Gorditas

    September 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Two breakfast gorditas on a decorative Mexican clay plate.

    Breakfast GorditasBreakfast GorditasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSEggbeaters Container Tomatoes and Green Chilies can Parkay Squeeze Onion Garlic Ground cumin Ground oregano Salt Ground pepper Masa Harina WaterGet RecipeMake the masa01Mix all the gorditas ingredients together and make a ...

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    Easy Mexican Chocolate Cake

    September 29, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican Chocolate Cake decorated with red heart-shaped strawberries.

    Easy Mexican Chocolate CakeEasy Mexican Chocolate CakeLearn moreINGREDIENTSMexican Chocolate tablet Chocolate Cake Box Mix Eggs Vegetable oil Water Butter Whipped cream (or frosting) Strawberries for decoratingGet RecipeShave the chocolate tablet01Start by shaving down the ...

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    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili

    September 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili is delicious with big, bold flavors that will warm you up on a cold day. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Slow Cooker Chipotle ChiliChipotle ChiliGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGround beef Onion Green bell pepper Garlic Tomato sauce can Pinto beans can Beef broth Corn Chipotle pepper Chili powder Dried oregano Ground cumin Salt Ground black pepper Sour cream Cheddar cheese Green onionsGet ...

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    Birria Ramen

    September 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    A fork holding birria ramen surrounded by the toppings.

    Birria RamenBirria RamenGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Guajillo chiles Ancho chiles Garlic cloves Oregano Thyme Cloves Cinnamon stick Beef bouillon Bay leaves Chuck roast Salt and pepper Olive oilGet RecipeMake the birria sauce01Rehydrate the chiles, then, add them with the ...

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    Jugo Verde

    September 28, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Mexican jugo verde in a glass cup next to celery and spinach leaves.

    Jugo VerdeJugo VerdeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCactus paddle Spinach Celery stalk Pineapple Apple WaterGet RecipeDice the ingredients01Wash, rinse, and peel the ingredients. To make it easier for your blender, dice ingredients into small pieces.Get RecipeBlend until smooth02Place ...

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    Carlota de Limon

    September 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Carlota de Limon on a White Plate

    Carlota de LimonCarlota de LimónGet RecipeINGREDIENTSEvaporated milk Sweetened condensed milk Lime juice Maria cookies packagesGet RecipeJuice the limes01You need a lot of lime juice. In Mexico, we primarily use key limes for both savory and sweet recipes. Juice the limes and set ...

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    Tres Leches Cake

    September 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tres Leches CakeTres Leches CakeGet RecipeINGREDIENTSButter and flour Sugar Egg yolks Egg whites Milk Vanilla extract All purpose flour Baking powder Sweetened condensed milk can Evaporated milk can Heavy whipping cream Maraschino cherries strawberries, raspberries, or cocoa ...

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    How To Make Gorditas

    September 27, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    How To Make GorditasHow to make GorditasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Salt Corn masa harina Baking powder (optional) Olive oilGet RecipeGet your Masa Harina01Masa Harina is a special type of corn flour that has undergone the process of Nixtamalization. You can NOT substitute masa ...

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    Vegetable Tamales

    September 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Vegetable TamalesVegetable TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSDShortening Masa harina (for tamales) Salt Baking powder Water (or vegetable broth) Canned peas drained Canned carrots drained Canned corn kernels drained Potatoes (diced and cooked) Corn husksGet RecipeMake the masa01Make ...

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    Jalapeño and Cheese Tamales

    September 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Tamales Rajas con Queso, or Jalapeño and Cheese Tamales on a white plate topped with a green cilantro leaf.

    Jalapeño and Cheese TamalesJalapeño and Cheese TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSCorn husks Water Prepared Masa Pickled Jalapeño slices can Shredded Oaxaca cheese or Monterrey JackGet RecipePrepare the corn husks01Soak the corn husks in warm water until pliable. Overnight is best.Get ...

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    Tamales de Mole

    September 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Tamales de MoleTamales de MoleINGREDIENTSDoña Maria Mole Paste Chicken broth Mexican Chocolate tablet Water Cooked chicken shredded Corn husks Water Prepared masaGet RecipeMake the filling01Add the mole paste and chicken broth into a stock pot. Stir until it dissolves. Add a ...

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    Pork Salsa Verde Tamales

    September 26, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Pork Salsa Verde TamalesPork Salsa Verde TamalesGet RecipeINGREDIENTSPork Butt or Pork Shoulder (chopped into pieces) Garlic head Onion Bay leaves Salt Pepper Water Shortening (or lard) Masa harina Baking powder Pork broth Jalapeños (or serrano peppers) Cilantro (handful) Lime ...

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    Instant Pot Chile Colorado

    September 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Instant Pot Chile Colorado on a decorative plate next to a mini sombrero and pickled jalapenos.

    Instant Pot Chile ColoradoPork Chile ColoradoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChile Guajillo Chile Ancho Water Salt Whole Cumin Pork broth (or beef broth) Olive oil Pork shoulder Salt Pepper Ground cuminGet RecipeRehydrate the chiles01Remove stems from the chiles, cut lengthwise and remove ...

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    Chicharrones de Harina

    September 23, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Chicharrones de Harina in a white bowl drizzled with Valentina hot sauce.

    Chicharrones de HarinaChicharrones de HarinaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSChicharrones de harina Oil Lime Hot SauceGet RecipeFor this recipe, we'll use Chicharrones de Harina. You can look for them at Mexican grocery stores, or in the Mexican spice aisle, or buy them online ...

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    Cafe de Olla

    September 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Cafe de OllaCafé de OllaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Piloncillo cone or Brown sugar Whole cinnamon stick Whole cloves optional Ground coffeeGet RecipeAdd the piloncillo and cinnamon01Add water to a stock pot. Add piloncillo, cinnamon, and cloves.Get RecipeBoil and let sit02Once the ...

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    Rajas con Crema

    September 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Rajas con CremaRajas con CremaGet RecipeINGREDIENTSButter Onion Poblano pepper Cream cheese package Sour Cream (or crema mexicana) Monterey Jack (or Oaxaca Cheese) SaltGet RecipePrepare the rajas01Roast your poblano peppers and steam them. Then, remove the skin, cut open to ...

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    Pozole Rojo

    September 22, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Pozole RojoPozole RojoGet RecipeINGREDIENTSWater Pork shoulder  White onion Garlic Chicken bouillon cubes Bay leaf Guajillo peppers Ancho chile Dried oregano Salt Can of white hominy Shredded lettuce Radishes Lime AvocadoGet RecipeRemove the seeds and veins01Remove the stems ...

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    Caldo de Albondigas

    September 21, 2022 By Maggie Unzueta

    Albondigas en Caldillo (or Mexican Meatball Soup) in a decorative blue bowl next to lime and a spoon.

    Caldo de AlbondigasCaldo de AlbóndigasGet RecipeINGREDIENTSGround beef Ground pork Mint leaves White rice Dried oregano Salt Pepper Onion Garlic Eggs Tomatoes Water Olive oil Beef broth Carrot Potato Calabacita (or zucchini)Get RecipePrepare the meat01Start by adding the ...

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