the berries are back While I love a classic mojito, the only thing that makes it even better is muddling some fresh berries along with the mint. My favorite thing about this cocktail is how fresh and refreshing it is. It goes down super easy on a warm day, and it’s so fun for big …
bowl or bust Inventive dinner bowls are my go-to weeknight meals, and this “deconstructed” fajita dish is one of my new faves. It’s everything you could possible want in a fajita – seasoned chicken, pan-seared peppers and onions, zesty yogurt sauce – all piled atop a bed of wild rice and rounded out with fun, …
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my, my, melon This melon salad is the easiest, breeziest summer side you could possibly imagine. It’s practically dessert if not for the savory punch of the mozzarella balls and fresh basil. Douse it in a sweet and citrusy dressing, and this dish will be the highlight of the meal. This melon salad is a …
A cheesy weeknight smash Quesadillas are one of my absolute favorite Mexican foods. What’s not to love about crispy tortillas oozing with melty cheese and topped with flavorful salsa and other veggies. This recipe has a simple filling of spiced chicken, peppers, and lots of cheese, while the salsa is the main star of the …
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Making ceviche seriously feels like a science experiment with super tasty outcomes. Before I got into home cooking, I would happily order and chow down ceviche at restaurants, having no real idea of how it was made. It wasn’t until I looked into making it myself that I realized what exactly goes into making this …
I don’t know about you, but when the weather starts warming up, I just constantly crave margaritas. They remind me of good weather, fun times with friends, and they remind me of Mexico City. I think I had at least one (but probably 3 or 4) margs every day that I was there. It’s such …
The reason I became so fixated on cooking chicken tortilla soup was while I was working on a puzzle at my in-laws over the holidays. It was a Mexican food-themed puzzle, and the colors were just so beautiful and vibrant. My mind got set on making a delicious flavor packed soup that has flavors that …